Tyra Banks

Tyra Banks began as a model, wowing the fashion world in Paris. She then became the first African American model to be on the cover of several magazines, including Sports Illustrated and GQ. Now a television producer, TV host, and movie actor, she uses her supermodel status to launch other models' careers with her reality show, America's Next Top Model. Tyra also raises funds for charities and promotes youth achievement with projects such as her camp for girls, TZone.Mitchell, Susan K. is the author of 'Tyra Banks', published 2007 under ISBN 9780836881967 and ISBN 0836881966.