Olivia Culpo to Host Netflix Next Gen Chef Competition

Olivia Culpo, former Miss America and Miss USA, will host Netflix's new food competition series "Next Gen Chef," which premieres September 17, 2025. The eight-episode show features 21 young chefs under 30 competing at the Culinary Institute of America for a $500,000 prize and the title of the next generation's leading chef. Judges include Carlton McCoy and Kelsey Barnard Clark, with guest appearances from renowned chefs such as Daniel Boulud and Cat Cora. Executive producers include LeBron James and Maverick Carter, alongside CIA President Dr. Tim Ryan. Culpo, a new mother, expressed enthusiasm about combining her passion for food and television, highlighting cooking as a source of love, comfort, and artistry. The series offers a rigorous culinary competition showcasing rising talent and innovative creativity in the culinary arts.