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Tyra Banks Confronts ANTM's Controversial Past
26 Jan
Summary
- Netflix docuseries 'Reality Check' will explore ANTM's behind-the-scenes.
- Banks admits the show "got it wrong" at times, citing past criticisms.
- The series aired for 24 seasons from 2003 to 2018.
A new Netflix docuseries, 'Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model,' is set to debut on February 16. This three-part series aims to provide a comprehensive account of the events that transpired behind the scenes of the long-running reality competition.
The documentary will feature unprecedented access to former contestants, judges, and producers. It will explore controversies that have drawn criticism in recent years, including body commentary and challenges involving race.
Tyra Banks, the show's host, has reflected on the series' complicated legacy. She recently stated that while they fought for diversity, "Did we get it right? Hell no. I said some dumb s--t."
Banks emphasized her refusal to let her legacy be defined solely by internet criticism, highlighting the show's 24 cycles and its impact on changing the world and opening doors for others in the industry.
