Tyra Banks is a renowned American model, television personality, and businesswoman. She gained fame as a supermodel in the 1990s, becoming one of the first African American women to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and Victoria's Secret. Her success in modeling paved the way for her career in television. In addition to her modeling career, Tyra is best known for creating and hosting the reality TV show America's Next Top Model, which showcased aspiring models and transformed the modeling industry. She is also an advocate for body positivity and self-acceptance, inspiring many with her message of confidence.