Tyra Lynne Banks
- Born:
- December 4, 1973, Inglewood, California, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Model, Television Personality, Producer, Actress, Author, Businesswoman
Early Life and Education
- Banks attended John Burroughs Middle School and graduated from Immaculate Heart High School in 1991.
- She was accepted to Loyola Marymount University but deferred enrollment to pursue modeling.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began her modeling career at age 15.
- Signed with Elite Model Management.
- One of the original Victoria's Secret Angels.
- Hosted and executive produced America's Next Top Model (2003-2018).
- Hosted the talk show Tyra.
- Co-created and starred in the sitcom Eve.
- In 2018, when considering research for a comprehensive "biography tyra banks show 2018," one would find numerous sources documenting her diverse professional endeavors up to that point.
- Hosted America's Got Talent.
Notable Works
| Title | Type | Year(s) |
|---|---|---|
| America's Next Top Model | Television Series | 2003-2018 |
| Eve | Television Series | 2003-2006 |
| Life-Size | Television Film | 2000 |
| Tyra | Talk Show | 2005-2010 |
| Perfect Is Boring | Book | 2018 |
Legacy and Impact
Tyra Banks is recognized for diversifying beauty standards in the modeling industry and empowering women through her television shows and entrepreneurial ventures. Her work has had a lasting impact on the entertainment and fashion industries.