Tyra Banks
Tyra Banks is a former supermodel and television personality who has been named the most popular model on social media, with over 12 million followers.
Model
December 4, 1973
Sagittarius
51
Los Angeles, California
Born on December 4, 1973, in Inglewood, California, Tyra Banks is a renowned American television personality, producer, actress, and model. She rose to fame as the first African American woman to grace the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue. Banks later ventured into television, hosting and producing the hit reality competition show America’s Next Top Model, as well as her own talk show, The Tyra Banks Show. She has also acted in various TV shows and movies. Other notable accomplishments include serving as a UNICEF ambassador and launching her own beauty line.
In addition to her modeling and television work, Tyra Banks has made a significant impact on social media, earning the title of the most popular model on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, boasting over 12 million followers. She recently celebrated her 48th birthday with a sultry photoshoot, promoting a body-positive message.
Some other highlights of Tyra Banks’ career include:
1. Representing cosmetics company CoverGirl as a brand ambassador.
2. Serving as a face of American lingerie, clothing, and cosmetics retailer Victoria’s Secret.
3. Simultaneously hosting America’s Next Top Model and The Tyra Banks Show.
4. Making bold fashion choices, such as wearing a beige strapless gown covered in beads to the Oscars in 1998.
5. Returning as the host of America’s Next Top Model in 2017 after a brief hiatus and show reboot.
Overall, Tyra Banks has enjoyed a successful and influential career in the fashion and entertainment industry, leaving a lasting impact on both the runway and television. Notably, she has been named the most popular model on social media, amassing over 12 million followers across Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
