The search is on for South Africa's next supermodel

Casablancas has had a long relationship with South Africa: it started in the '70s with his participation to the launch of Anneline Kriel (Miss World 1974), and Margaret Gardiner (Miss Universe 1978) and more recently with his participation in the FACE OF AFRICA and representation of Nigerian Supermodel Oluchi. After many years away, Casablancas is coming back to South Africa with one idea in mind: to discover the girl with that very special X-factor who can be turned into a Top Model!

Casablancas created JOY STARSYSTEM with his long-time friend and associate Jeremie Roux. Incorporated in early 2009, JOY STARSYSTEM has bases in Paris, Milano, Geneva, Kiev, Porto Alegre, São Paulo and Warsaw, and newly opened operations in Riga, Toronto, Johannesburg and Cape Town. Its goal is to discover new and exceptional modeling talent around the world, help launch international careers and develop the next generation of Supermodels. As part of this effort, JOY STARSYSTEM has launched a prestigious international model contest: JOY STAR MODEL.

Casablancas along with Jeremie Roux and international agency representatives from around the world will be here on November 14 to attend and judge the JOY STAR MODEL / SOUTH AFRICA 2009 contest. The selected winner will be signed into a contract with JOY STARSYSTEM and will start her modeling career with an all-expenses paid trip to Milano, a complete test portfolio and a try-out with a top modeling agency.

Please visit www.joystarmodel.co.za for more information on castings, regional finals and the final event or email to enter the competition.