‘America’s Next Top Model’ (ANTM) contestants are speaking out as social media users discuss Tyra Banks‘ apparent reaction to the public’s criticism of the show in Netflix’s recently shared trailer for the upcoming documentary, ‘Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model.’
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Tyra Banks Appears To Discuss The Public’s Criticism Of The Show In Upcoming Netflix Documentary ‘Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model’
On Monday, January 26, Netflix’s official account on X, formerly known as Twitter, shared a minute-and-a-half-long clip along with the caption, “…Tyra Banks, Jay Manuel, Nigel Barker, Miss J Alexander and former contestants are featured in an explosive new documentary about America’s Next Top Model, one of the most popular — and controversial — reality shows of all-time.”
Furthermore, the clip recounts memorable moments from the show’s 24 seasons. From the glam moments to the not-so-glam moments, the trailer included apparent bodyshaming that occurred during the show, makeovers that included medical — but botched — dental work, alleged sexual harassment, and apparent physical stunts and injuries.
“I knew I went too far,” Banks tells viewers in one clip before adding. “It was very, very intense. But you guys were demanding it. And so we kept pushing. More. And more. And more.”
In less than 24 hours, the tweet with the trailer has gained over 9 million views.
“I haven’t really said much, but now it’s time.”
Tyra Banks, Jay Manuel, Nigel Barker, Miss J Alexander and former contestants are featured in an explosive new documentary about America’s Next Top Model, one of the most popular — and controversial — reality shows of all-time.… pic.twitter.com/wIxQjQiqnG
— Netflix (@netflix) January 26, 2026
Social Media Discusses Tyra Banks’ Apparent Reaction & More
Social media users then slid into TSR’s comment section with reactions to Tyra Banks’ apparent reaction to the criticism and the trailer for the documentary, which premieres on February 16.
Instagram user @ohhthatsyanaa wrote, “I honestly feel like Tyra’s behavior is/was no different than how Gordan Ramsey and Simon Powell talked to their contestants or show guests…”
While Instagram user @augustblue93 added, “Unpopular opinion, the fashion industry is probably even more toxic, and Tyra was just preparing them”
Instagram user @prettyadree wrote, “Janice Dickinson was actually the one who was giving it to them EXACTLY how the industry is. Tyra actually showed some compassion 😂”
While Instagram user @johnesha_knowsrealty added, “Wait… were we watching the same America’s Next Top Model? Because Tyra literally did nothing wrong. She prepared those models for the industry, flagged health concerns, and always made sure everyone—plus-size or not—felt confident and comfortable in their skin. She wasn’t talking down to anyone; she was teaching them real-world modeling standards with care…”
Meanwhile, on X, users chimed in, but seemingly with a largely different stance.
Not her blaming it on us??? pic.twitter.com/0eoDXaBvds
— ⋈ (@thekash) January 26, 2026
How we demanded it? Girl social media wasn’t even around
— SLaM (@trillseel_) January 26, 2026
Refreshing that’s she’s being honest 👀 I’ll be watching!
— TokenElfie (@CryptoElfie) January 26, 2026
whewwww at least they’re taking some kind of accountability, what they put those girls through was insane. can’t believe I watched this as a kid😭
— ☆ laney ☆ (@laneybabyart) January 26, 2026
i blame tyra banks for my body dysmorphia
— GloNavy Stephskiii (@stephskiii_) January 26, 2026
Two ‘ANTM’ Contestants Speak Out In Reaction To Netflix Documentary Trailer For ‘Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model’
Hours after the trailer was shared via X, Adrianne Curry, the season one winner of ‘ANTM,’ took to the platform to share her thoughts on the show. Curry seemed to imply that she was not a part of the documentary by her own decision.
“I am deeply grateful I won the first season of top model. i think people psychoanalyzing it over 20 years later with a woke lens is absurd. I don’t trust people to not manipulate things I say for tv, so i decline everything,” she wrote. “Also, the public is cult-like and cruel, so the last thing I want is a bunch of eyeballs on me. I hope the other girls do not have their words twisted in their netflix show.”
Additionally, Curry appeared to agree when an X user wrote that they believe the documentary will be a “s**t show.”
I feel the same way…I worry about the girls from my season who agreed to do it
— Adrianne Curry (@AdrianneCurry) January 27, 2026
Meanwhile, another contestant from the show, Keenyah Hill, who appeared on season four and won third place, weighed in in TSR’s comment section.
“Really hoping the producers don’t twist our words to fit the narrative 🙏🏾✨,” she wrote, confirming her appearance in the documentary.
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