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Jay Manuel Dishes on Tyra Banks & ANTM Drama
17 Feb
Summary
- Jay Manuel details his side of the ANTM fallout with Tyra Banks.
- Manuel recounts Tyra's 'I am disappointed' email response.
- Tyra Banks declines to comment on the ANTM friendship drama.
A recently released Netflix documentary series explores the legacy and controversial moments of America's Next Top Model. The series features insights from former judge and creative director Jay Manuel, who details the breakdown of his friendship with host Tyra Banks. Manuel recounts a significant moment during Cycle 4's 'race swapping' photo shoot, where he felt his role was being limited after attempting to recuse himself.
Manuel further described his decision to leave the show before Cycle 8, an email exchange with Banks that concluded with her terse response, "I am disappointed." He noted a subsequent icy shift in their dynamic, which marked the end of their close friendship. Despite their past closeness, Banks has declined to comment on the specifics of their fallout.
Jay Manuel later penned a novel inspired by his experiences on ANTM, which reportedly did not sit well with Tyra Banks. The documentary touches upon other contentious aspects of the show and the evolving perspectives on its cultural impact.
