Lisa D'Amato: Tyra Banks a 'Slippery Snake'

Former 'America's Next Top Model' contestant Lisa D'Amato accuses creator Tyra Banks of rushing her own documentary to preempt an exposé and evade responsibility.
Apr 24, 2026
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TMZ reported on Lisa D«Amato»s accusations that Tyra Banks rushed her documentary.
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Former «America»s Next Top Model« star Lisa D»Amato sharply criticized Tyra Banks, calling her a «slippery snake». According to D«Amato, Banks is trying to release her own documentary earlier to cover up the story of allegations against the infamous modeling show.
Getty Images provided an image of Tyra Banks from the modeling show.
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As media reports, D«Amato stated that although Banks is not officially listed as a producer of the film «Reality Check: Inside America»s Next Top Model», she is actively involved behind the scenes. According to Lisa, this is to soften accusations of mistreatment of contestants and avoid responsibility.
The article highlights the release of competing documentaries in February and March.
Lisa claims that Tyra learned about D«Amato»s upcoming exposé project, scheduled for release in March, and rushed to strike a deal with a streaming platform so that her version would air first — on February 16.
It is worth noting that shows like «The Biggest Loser», «Dance Moms», and «America»s Next Top Model« have faced similar claims from former participants against management. This raises the question: why did Lisa agree to participate, especially after watching early seasons before entering cycle 5 and later winning »All Stars« in 2011?
In response, D«Amato explained how the show actually works behind the scenes. She called »All Stars« the scariest experience of her life, but also something she is proud of because she was pursuing her dream.
In the end, viewers can expect two opposing documentaries: Tyra«s version, based on what was shown on air, and Lisa»s version, focused on the psychological warfare that contestants say went on behind the scenes. Get ready for drama!
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