‘America’s Next Top Model’ is back and is bringing creator Tyra Banks with it.
It has been confirmed that the fashion focussed serial has been renewed by VH1 for its 24th cycle – its second on the network.
And in an interesting move, Banks will reprise her role as host.
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The supermodel turned media mogul will replace Rita Ora as on-camera anchor for the series.
Banks’ return marks quite the turn-around for the star, who opted for a behind the camera role for the show’s revival.
Speaking in a statement, she said:
“I’m overwhelmed and humbled by the intensity of the ANTM fan base whose deep affection for the show led me to have a change of heart. After giving it a lot of thought, I realized that remaining behind the camera wasn’t enough because ANTM is woven into my DNA.”
The show’s co-creator Ken Mok added:
“Tyra has always been the heart and soul of the franchise and her absence was deeply felt by our fiercely loyal fans who missed their Queen of the Smize.
We’d like to thank Rita Ora for being a great partner and total pro. She infused this new iteration of ANTM with passion and creativity and we wish her nothing but the best in her future endeavors.”[Source]
The news comes on the heels of Banks’ being announced as the host of ‘America’s Got Talent.’
Production on the 24th cycle of ANTM begins this Summer.
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Now THIS makes sense. I’ll be tuning in.
I hope they don’t bring back that stupid social media elements… Urgh
SO RITA DID GET FIRED. BLOOP.
She was completely awful for host. What does she know about being a supermodel with her washed up Rimmel London ads. Good riddance Oral!
That picture reminds me of Ciaras self titled flop album
LMFAOOO! They couldn’t even keep Oral Job on their payroll! Just nope bitxh Tyra’s back back to them 9 to 5 BJs you go!
Y’all some trifling people on here. Htf y’all know about her s** life? The show had decent ratings that why Tyra is running back.
Alternative Headline: Aging Retired Model Replaces “Rising” Star
Correction: Iconic Super Model that broke racial barriers in the fashion industry replaces spoon fed star.
I’m on your side boo!! It’s poking fun at how female celebrities claim to be held back by age but in this case we clearly see age isn’t a factor. It’s all in the talent. 🙂
Like why would a mother ever let an industry whoore babysit her child??
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Tyra, The show needs new exciting judges, or maybe bring all the fav judges and give them chairs! Im talking Miss J, Mister J, Andre Leon Talley, Nigel… And ummmm I forget who else, but yeah, you gotta mix it up, or the show is going to be so dry, yet again. I stopped watching ages ago, but I would give it another chance with the right formula.
Maybe get a lineup of supermodels as judges, or several legendary designers.
Baby I watched & forgot who won… I’m checkin for this because Tyra Banks smize was EVERYTHING & I am ready!! ✌??
Rita takes more Ls than Ciara
Hahahahahaha! Rita WHOher? Fails again. Poor S A M.
Long story short Rita Ora was handed a pink slip and shown the door. Tyra was given more money and she is coming back to resurrect what is left of ANTM.
I say bring Eva Marcile on as a judge she was the first winner.
Second actually… Adrianne Curry was the first winner.
Third winner actually …Adrianne Curry was cycle 1 winner and Yoanna House was cycle 2 winner
Eva was striking but she is short and a one trick pony as a model…probably why she’s had more success with acting. They need Miss Lawrence and a cadre of other cackling birds as hosts! I’d watch
Tyra is really shady! She didn’t return to this season cos she thought it would flop and didn’t want to be blamed for it. But once seeing that it was doing well and Rita was being accepted she came back while the show is still hot! Anyway I just hope she doesn’t do the AGT host job she’s too big for this
How was it doing well…Noone talked about this show when Tyra left! Most forgot all about it, they made the right f****** decision now deal!
If Rita was doing well, Tyra would’ve let her stay and collected her behind the scenes coin as the executive producer. Come one. Logic. Ora is no one to be taken seriously as a host of ANTM.
I guess this is why David deleted that post from a few days ago saying there were rumours Ora had been axed, but they were probably false. Oh well.
Has everyone forgotten that Tyra became a mother and might of wanted some time off to actually be a mother to her child and family, and now she’s ready to step back in front of the camera and take on two shows! If It was a case of Rita being awful and Tyra retiring from TV then would they not have gotten another girl to replace Rita, posted a selfie of them together so obviously no bad blood and Rita also announced that her new album is coming out
Poor Shita… Well, she can always sell her kidney to albanian mafia in case of need
All is right again! Rita had no business! No, no , no , no , no shade….
Wow I’m am soo excited! I enjoy turn a lot and will def watch this time around
Tyra*
I actually like Rita for the show. I watched every episode of the new season and thought it was very good. Great season of girls and drama! I liked Rita in the role but happy Tyra is back! HERE FOR IT!
Nice