In this episode from the archives, we reassess the legend that is Tyra Banks, who has resurfaced in the tabloids yet again thanks to a new Netflix special dissecting the America's Next Top Model era. From being a barrier-breaking model to creating one of the first reality television shows of our time, Tyra has always seemed on top of her game. Until you take a closer look at her long history of problematic behaviour, and the way her shows have always schlepped racism, homophobia and body-shaming, and how she has long exploited those who work for her. In other words: she's messy, and has always been.

📚 For further reading:
Tyra's Naomi Campbell Interview
Tyra Has Never Yelled At A Girl Like This
The View's 2018 Interview
Kim Stoltz's 2008 MTV Essay
"ANTM Stripped Angelea Preston Of Her Crown. Now, She’s Telling Her Story": Bustle's 2022 Story

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