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Who is Tyra Banks? Tyra Banks was born on December 4, 1973 is a popular supermodel. She is now hosting her television America’s Next Top Model and The Tyra Banks Show. Tyra Banks is inspiration to many women around the world and has helped them achieve goals.

Tyra Banks’ family: Tyra Banks was born in Los Angeles December 4, 1973, to Carolyn and Don Banks. Her mother was a medical photographer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, while her father is a computer consultant. They divorced when Tyra was six, although the relationship between parents and children--including Tyra's older brother Devin-- remained amicable

Tyra Banks’ Career: Tyra Banks has parlayed her supermodel status into film, television, and music; her career is proceeding well according to her ambitious plans.

Tyra Bank’s Film and TV show: It premiered on September 12, 2005 in front of a live-to-tape audience at CBS Television City in Los Angeles. In summer 2007 the show moved to New York City where it is filmed in theChelsea Studios which was formerly occupied by Ricki Lake.[3] and is now recorded in front of a live-to- tape audience at Chelsea Studios in New York City. The final five all- new episodes from Los Angeles were aired the week of September 3, 2007 and followed by the 3rd season premiere on following week, September 10, 2007 in New York City. The fourth season began on September 8, 2008.CBS Television CityChelsea Studios[3]