Founder of ‘America’s Next Top Model’, Tyra Banks has been tapped to replace Mariah Carey’s ex-husband, Nick Canon, as the host of the reality competi
Founder of ‘America’s Next Top Model’, Tyra Banks has been tapped to replace Mariah Carey’s ex-husband, Nick Canon, as the host of the reality competition series.
‘America’s Got Talent’ judge, Howie Mandel broke the news on social media with a warm welcome to Banks from the rest of the ‘AGT’ crew, which includes Mel B, Heidi Klum and Simon Cowell.
After eight seasons of hosting, Cannon announced his exit from the franchise amid controversy over a racially charged joke he told in a stand-up special last month. According to Cannon, executives at NBC threatened to terminate his contract after he was said to have disparaged the brand.
“I find myself in a dark place having to make a decision that I wish I didn’t have to, but as a man, an artist and a voice for my community, I will not be silenced, controlled, or treated like a piece of property,” Cannon wrote about his departure. Not to get too detailed but this isn’t the first time executives have attempted to ‘put me in my place’ for so called unruly actions. I will not stand for it. My moral principles will easily walk away from the millions of dollars they hang over my head.”
Banks made her return to reality TV this year on ‘The New Celebrity Apprentice’, where she acted as an adviser to host, Arnold Schwarzenegger.
