‘It’s time': Tyra Banks steps down as 'Dancing With the Stars' host to pursue ice cream dreams
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA: The grand ballroom of the popular television show, 'Dancing With the Stars,' is once again experiencing a major transformation. The esteemed and renowned host, Tyra Banks, who took on the responsibility of leading the show in 2020, will not be returning for the upcoming season. This news has caused a stir among fans of the show, as they wonder who will be taking over the role and if they will live up to the standards set by their predecessor.
The reason behind Tyra's departure from the show has been revealed, and it appears that it is due to her inability to devote herself entirely to her personal endeavors while simultaneously fulfilling her duties as the show's host. Tyra initially stepped into the role of host for 'Dancing With the Stars' during Season 29, which premiered in 2020. Her appointment followed the unexpected exit of the show's previous hosts, Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews. Banks hosted the show solo for two seasons before being joined by Alfonso Ribeiro as a co-host for Season 31, which marked the first season to be aired on Disney+.
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Why is Tyra Banks leaving the show?
The news of Tyra's departure from 'Dancing With the Stars' was first revealed by the supermodel herself during an interview with TMZ. Tyra explained that she feels it is the right time for her to shift her focus towards her personal business ventures, entrepreneurship, and TV production, but from a behind-the-scenes perspective. She elaborated on her decision to leave the show, stating that she believes it is time for her to move on from the dance floor to the stock market floor. She wishes to concentrate her energy and efforts on expanding her business portfolio and taking it to new heights. Tyra is passionate about growing her ice cream brand, SMiZE and Dream, which recently launched globally in 2021. She further emphasized that her heart and soul are dedicated to her business and television production, and her exit from the show will allow her to channel her energy and creativity toward these endeavors. Tyra stated that hosting a show would hinder her ability to fully commit to these projects. Therefore, her fans can look forward to her creative output in the form of new television projects and other entrepreneurial pursuits.
Tyra Banks' last fan backlash
In 2020, Tyra made headlines as she became the host of 'Dancing With the Stars' during the show's 29th season. Her appointment was not without controversy, as it coincided with the sudden departure of longtime hosts Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews. While many fans were thrilled to see the supermodel take on the role, others were not as enthusiastic and were quick to criticize her performance. One such incident occurred early on in Tyra's tenure as host, where she stumbled over her lines during a live episode. This misstep drew even more criticism from her haters. In response to the backlash, Tyra took to TikTok to address her haters and defend her performance. In her video, Tyra acknowledged her mistake and admitted that her performance was not perfect - "Tonight I hosted the second episode of Dancing With the Stars and yeah, it wasn't perfect," However, she also emphasized her resilience and determination to keep going despite her slip-up. Tyra's sincerity and vulnerability in the face of criticism earned her the support and admiration of many fans who saw her as an inspiration.