Could you even imagine the first seasons ofProject RunwaywithoutTim Gunn?

Alas, Gunn and co-hostHeidi Klumrecently decided to “jump ship” and pursue a brand new fashion series.

But perhaps Gunn should have leftProject Runwaya long time ago.

Tim Gunn at Making the Cut premiere

According to theNew York Daily News, he only brought in $2,500 per episode in Season 2.

Gunn recalled wondering, “Why would I need representation?”

We’re happy to see that Gunn has been able to take his own advice and make it work.

Tim Gunn and Heidi Klum on Project Runway