Tyra.com Fiercely Real Model Search Winner : Sheridan Watson

Hundreds of thousands of Fiercely Real teen girls sent in their best model pictures, but only 6 finalists made it to The Tyra Show. After competing in 5 challenges – Work Out, Denim Diva Look, Iconic RockStar, a Runway-off and a B.I.O. Speech – the winner is… Sheridan Watson! The 17 year old, size 14, fierce teen from New Jersey is my first Fiercely Real Teen Model winner. Sheridan proved her confidence, speaking and modeling skills topped the other Fiercely Real girls. read more here

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Vogue Italia Launches Vogue Curvy & Vogue Black

Crystal Renn for Vogue by Steven Meisel

Today Vogue Italia launched Vogue Curvy {Available in English and in Italian, this is a glamourous addition to the plus size fashion scene. VOGUE CURVY gathers contents from VOGUE Italia, international editions of VOGUE and daily fashion tips. The site offers great pictures and videos, as well as contributions from respected plus size bloggers like Gaby from Chicago, USA (Young, Fat, and Fabulous) and Sakina from Paris, }. Now before people start ranting and screaming saying "where are the curvy women of colour" because in all honesty I don't want to hear it . While browsing their website I came across Vogue Black and they interviewed Tyra Banks here's an excerpt of her interview below.

"The challenge and determination to achieve success and transform herself from feline beauty to media mogul (her company is called Banksable, a delightful play on words) is what marked each step of her brilliant career. "I created my Tyra Banks Show because I wanted to reach a young audience and discuss issues that were important for them."

The program covers a variety of topics, even sensitive ones such as alcoholism, anorexia, and crazy diets. It welcomes ordinary folks and famous people such as Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.

Now the time has come for Tyra to make yet another change in her life. On May 28th, her T.B.S. will come to an end. "I've had great satisfactions, and winning two Emmys meant a lot to me. Today, however, I feel the need to speak to a global audience, which is why I launched an online magazine in September called Tyra: Beauty Inside & Out: we are in the process of restyling it, together with my website where it is hosted. I also launched my new B.I.O. Campaign to expand on other channels - music, TV, and film, besides fashion - a new definition of beauty." read more here

View photos of Tyra Banks photographed by Francesco Carrozzini for l'Uomo Vogue

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The CW Network Reality Launch Party

Nigel Barker, Tyra Banks, Vogue Editor-at-Large Andre Leon Talley and Jay Manuel attend the CW Network Reality launch party at SL on February 23, 2010 in New York City. 

Tyra Banks

Photographer Nigel Barker (L) and wife Christen Barker 

Tyra Banks & Andre Leon Talley

America's Next Top Model returns march 10th

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Expanding the Definitions of Beauty

Let's help Tyra Banks change the definition of beauty. Tyra's new mission called Beauty Inside and Out (B.I.O) goal is to broaden our definitions of beauty (just like my blog Beauty Is Diverse).

"It's not easy though because many people still put beauty into a confining, narrow box. So now, I'm asking women around the world to make a pledge to expand their definition of beauty. To put all types of beauty into the spotlight. Think outside of the box. It's time for you to celebrate and help redefine beauty. Let's rejoice and embrace "non-traditional beauty". Pledge that you will look in the mirror and find the unique beauty in you. I also ask that you spread love and positive beauty messages to others. Tell your friend, family member or even a stranger that their atypical features are flawless."

"Make a video, 30 seconds or less. Tell us your first name, where you're from, and what you're going to do to expand the definition of beauty. You can talk about accepting and celebrating yourself or your big plans to redefine beauty. You can also show us you in action doing your thing! Then, upload it on the video player and write any comments below it. Can't wait to see you! I'm going to be looking at every single one. Seriously. :)"

Click here to upload your entry

Thanks to Marian Kihogo

Glamour Magazine Honors The 2009 Women of the Year

The Bankable Beauty

AS A SUPERMODEL, a talking head and the creator, executive producer and host of America’s Next Top Model, Tyra Banks is far from just a pretty face. She began her career in the ’80s as a top model for Calvin Klein, Armani and Anna Sui, among many others. But perhaps what distinguishes her most is how she has shaped her career, using her personable nature to mentor teens through her charity programs, television shows and countless ventures with her company, Bankable Enterprises. Next up? The September 8 launch of her first online magazine, Tyra: Beauty Inside & Out. Click here to read full interview.

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Tyra Banks Talks to Oprah

A Special Report: Tyra Banks and Dating Violence

I'm happy to see more people speak out about this.