Tyra Banks was just named the new host of Dancing With The Stars.
And the model/TV personality looked like she was enjoying the news when she was seen out in Santa Monica on Thursday.
Though Tyra, 46, was wearing a mask, it was clear she was smiling underneath.
Feeling good: Tyra Banks seemed like she was in a great mood while she was seen out in Santa Monica on Thursday, right after it was announced she will be Dancing With The Stars’ new host
The hostess’ all black look was comfortable and stylish.
Miss Banks flashed just a sliver of her toned midriff wearing a cropped Adidas hoodie and loose Alo sweats. She carried her things in a leather mini-backpack.
The Life Size actress was in business mode, seen with a thick notebook under her arm as she made her way to her latest project, ModeLand.
Smize expert: While Tyra, 46, was wearing a mask, it was clear she was smiling underneath
Simply chic: The hostess’ all black look was comfortable and stylish
Notes: Tyra was seen with a thick notebook under her arm
Outside the location, Tyra and a team worked on logistics. She explained some of her vision and then ventured inside the building.
ModeLand was originally supposed to open May 1st, but was delayed due to the pandemic.
Luckily, Tyra has her new gig on Dancing With The Stars to keep her busy.
Banks was officially unveiled as the new host of Dancing With the Stars on GMA Wednesday.
Her latest project: She was in Santa Monica to visit Modelland, her new ‘experience’
Outside the location, Tyra and a team worked on logistics
On Tuesday, DailyMail.com exclusively revealed that Tyra had been tapped to replace longtime DWTS host Tom Bergeron and his co-host Erin Andrews for season 29.
‘I am excited about hosting and executive producing,’ Tyra told GMA. ‘Getting in there, live TV — you never know what happens on live TV.’
Tyra is already a seasoned vet when it comes to hosting, previously starring in her own daytime talk show and creating and hosting the longrunning hit competition show America’s Next Top Model.
Bergeron most recently hosted the 28th season of Dancing With The Stars and marked his 15th year with the program. In his first season, Lisa Canning served as his co-host and the Virgin Islander was the first black woman to do so on the series. Tyra is the first woman to do the job solo.
Big news! Tyra was officially unveiled as the new host of Dancing With the Stars on GMA Wednesday
‘I am excited about hosting and executive producing,’ Tyra told GMA. ‘Getting in there, live TV — you never know what happens on live TV.’
Shuffling talent: On Tuesday, multiple sources from within ABC confirmed to DailyMail.com that the former America’s Next Top Model was in line to replace Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews, who were both dropped from the hit show on Monday
The Emmy-winning host tweeted that the show would be ‘continuing without’ him on Monday afternoon; ABC later confirmed in a statement that not only was Bergeron out, but his co-host Andrews wouldn’t return as well.
A representative for the television personality said in a statement on Tuesday that the move was the network’s call: ‘ABC opted not to pick up Tom’s option. In the fine tradition of Hollywood cliches, they’re ‘Going in a different direction.”
In his tweet, the 65-year-old television personality revealed he had only recently learned of his firing.
He said: ‘Just informed @DancingABC will be continuing without me. It’s been an incredible 15 year run and the most unexpected gift of my career. I’m grateful for that and for the lifelong friendships made. That said, now what am I supposed to do with all of these glitter masks?’ he joked.
‘I like breaking those doors down, so that we don’t have any more firsts,’ she told GMA of becoming the first solo black female host. ‘But it’s nice to be first, so that you can open that door and let so many other people in after you — so I’m excited.’
Changing direction: In addition to hosting, Banks will also be given an executive producer title. She is replacing both of the current hosts on the show as part of the network’s recent decision to pivot
Bergeron didn’t stick around long to say more, though when one fan asked if he was going to ‘finally’ become a contestant now, he replied, ‘Um…no.’
He also quote-tweeted the comedian Randy Rainbow after he wrote, ‘I’ll be right over.
‘On the plus side, Now I’m free for our socially distanced lunch!’ he replied.
Andrews spoke out for the first time Tuesday after it was revealed that she and longtime host Bergeron will not be returning to reality competition series next season.
The 42-year-old television personality took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a grateful statement along with two photos with the 65-year-old host. She wrote: ‘Thank you ABC and the entire Dancing with the Stars family for 6 memorable seasons.
They’re all gone: ABC and BBC Studios confirmed that both Bergeron and his co-host Erin Andrews wouldn’t be returning for the upcoming 29th season in a statement; shown in November
‘ABC wanted to freshen the show up and take it in a new direction,’ one source told DailyMail.com. ‘Tyra is an experienced TV host who knows how to produce great TV and make TV moments.’
‘Those years wouldn’t have been as special without my loving host Tom Bergeron, the talented dancers, and witty judges. I will always cherish my days on set, even if I wasn’t the best at walking in heels.’
Andrews began co-hosting in 2014 for season 18, following Brooke Burke-Charvet’s departure.
ABC and BBC Studios confirmed that both he and his co-host Erin Andrews wouldn’t be returning for the upcoming 29th season in a statement.
‘Tom Bergeron will forever be part of the Dancing With The Stars family. As we embark on a new creative direction, he departs the show with our sincerest thanks and gratitude for his trademark wit and charm that helped make this show a success.
‘Erin will also not be returning, and we appreciate all that she brought to the ballroom. Fans have been rooting for her since she originally competed as a contestant back in 2010, and her signature sense of humor has become a hallmark of the show.’
Vanguard: The Inglewood, California-born stunner was the first Black woman to be on the covers of the magazines GQ, and the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue
Banks is a veteran of show business for more than three decades, finding success in numerous formats including modeling, acting, hosting and producing.
The Inglewood, California-born stunner was the first Black woman to be on the covers of the magazines GQ, and the annual Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
She was also a Victoria’s Secret Angel for eight years and appeared in movies including Higher Learning, Love & Basketball and Coyote Ugly.
Tyra found some of her biggest success on TV with the series America’s Next Top Model, which she hosted and produced in a 22-season run from 2003 until 2015.
And, also hosted her own talk show on The CW titled The Tyra Banks Show, which she won’t multiple Daytime Emmy awards for. She also hosted America’s Got Talent during its 12th season in 2017.
Star power: Tyra found some of her biggest success on TV with the series America’s Next Top Model, which she hosted and produced in a 22-season run from 2003 until 2015