Quick Info
| Profession | Model, Television Personality, Producer, Writer, Actress, Entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 04/12/1973 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Inglewood, California, USA |
Latest News about Tyra Banks
16/02/2026
Netflix released 'Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model,' a three-part documentary series examining the cultural impact and controversies of the long-running reality competition. The series features Tyra Banks alongside other former insiders reflecting on the show's legacy after its peak popularity, addressing issues such as body-shaming and emotional harm experienced by contestants.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Tyra Lynne Banks |
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| Other Name | BanX |
| Known For | Creating and hosting America's Next Top Model (2003–2018) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Green |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/University | Harvard University, Cambridge |
| Educational Qualification | Owner/President Management Program (OPM) at Harvard Business School (2012) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Donald Banks (computer consultant) |
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| Mother | Carolyn London (medical photographer) |
| Siblings | Devin |
| Children | York Banks Asla (with Erik Asla) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Tyra was teased for her appearance as a child and was considered an ugly duckling. | |
| 2. She started modeling at age 15, despite initial rejections from many agencies. | |
| 3. Tyra’s mother has been her manager since the beginning of her career. | |
| 4. She was one of the few Black models to achieve supermodel status. | |
| 5. Tyra's transformation into a curvier model led her to focus on lingerie and swimwear modeling. | |
| 6. She is one of only four African Americans and seven women to have repeatedly been ranked among the world's most influential people by Time magazine. | |
| 7. She is one of only seventeen models to be ranked as a Legendary Supermodel by MODELS.com. |