‘Couldn’t Tell It Was Her’: Model Tyra Banks Surprises Public with Her New Unrecognizable Look
The “America’s Next Top Model” icon has recently reemerged in the fashion world, gracing high-profile events in show-stopping ensembles. Tyra Banks turned heads with a striking new look at the Balenciaga show during Paris Fashion Week at Les Invalides. Fans were quick to react to the supermodel’s bold style choice, noting that the latest trend she embraced left her nearly unrecognizable. At the grand stage of fashion’s elite, the 51-year-old model showcased her flawless complexion while rocking a sleek, all-black ensemble featuring a padded jacket over a form-fitting dress.
She styled the look with oversized black sunglasses and a sleek bun. However, it was Banks’ bold, bleached eyebrows that truly stole the spotlight, leaving fans divided. One admirer cheered her on, “We are excited for you in your new chapter as reigning champion for modernizing the world of fashion.” Another proud netizen penned, “So good to see you model again, fierce!” However, some were caught off guard, with one person bluntly stating, “Doesn’t even look like her!” Another netizen echoed the confusion, “Couldn’t tell it was her.” A surprised fan shared their reaction, “I was like is that even Tyra? Then I saw the ankles.”
Meanwhile, one user weighed in on the transformation, “It’s not plastic surgery people she is doing the new no eyebrows look. It’s not a great look for her but it’s the new trend.” As much as some people bashed Tyra Banks’ latest look, her fans are amazed by how she has reinvented herself and taken over the fashion industry again as a talented model. Banks has been re-embracing her supermodel roots. When Paris Fashion Week kicked off, the runway icon, who had previously voiced her desire to return to modeling, made a grand return.
On March 4, Banks stepped into the iconic Louvre for a glamorous evening that blended high fashion with centuries of art. Fans had a lot to say after seeing Banks’ striking appearance, with many reacting to her seemingly transformed look. Banks turned heads in an embellished Mônot coat by designer Eli Mizrahi, exuding confidence and elegance. She completed the look with an edgy, ultra-short wet sculpted hairstyle, adding a bold touch to her striking ensemble. The entrepreneur took to social media to share her excitement about attending the inaugural Le Grand Dîner du Louvre, marking her official return to the Paris fashion world. Banks revealed that she had strutted outside the famous museum before, as she reflected on her past experiences walking the city’s runways in the ’90s.
So, this time, the supermodel was excited to be inside the museum for the first time. Surrounded by historic masterpieces and designer pieces seamlessly woven into the exhibits, she described the experience as nothing short of surreal. “I felt grateful to be in the city that believed in me from the start. Merci, Paris, for helping me put the word ‘super’ in front of ‘model.’ 
,” she reminisced. Banks also acknowledged how beautiful she felt in her curated outfit, adding that more is yet to come. “This is just the beginning. A new beginning. And I am so excited to take all of YOU on this journey with me. Because you’re never too old to DREAM and never too young to SMiZE. So keep dreaming. No matter your age. Paris, je t’aime! 
TyTy,” she penned.
Fans were excited to see Banks back at the glamorous fashion week after years of her absence. They promptly reacted to her post online, with some focusing on her facial appearance and others her stunning outfit. One person was taken aback, writing, “I never thought she’d resort to plastic surgery…. But here we are… she really didn’t need to do all that… 
” Another person who was left in shock simply stated, “Eeks. Didn’t even know it was her.” Some couldn’t help but focus on a particular feature, with one asking, “What did she do to her eyes???? No, Tyra, NO!!!!” However, not everyone was critical—one fan praised her, “Tyra got new face 
looks stunning 
.”
Another admirer showered her with compliments, “Sweetheart you look amazing absolutely breathtaking gorgeous sexy hot with beautiful eyes and smile 
.” Banks’ return to Paris Fashion Week has definitely excited her fans. In a 2024 interview, she divulged that she was considering going back to the runway as she continues to receive encouragement to model again. She shared, “I’m thinking about really, really modeling, like, for real for real, like, fashion shows and, like, covers of magazines that are not Sports Illustrated.” Still, she noted that while she doesn’t feel like she’s actively in the industry, the idea of stepping back into the fashion world is on her mind.
The 51-year-old also acknowledged that her body has changed. She noted that cellulite, once limited to the back of her body, has now appeared on the front as well, which would be a factor to consider if she gets back to modelling. She noted, “Hope that my hip is here for it, and let’s hope that I can get the right lighting so the front of my thighs with the cellulite is not showing as much. We’ve come a long way when it comes to beauty empowerment and inclusivity, but y’all will still hate on me in the comments about the cellulite on the front of my thighs. It is what it is.”
