One of the most polarizing figures in fashion was once our number one aspiration. Trailblazing model and host Tyra Banks is a professional chameleon, transforming over and over to continue to level up. Right now, her passion is ice cream – hot ice cream, specifically – which she serves with her signature smize in Bondi Beach, Australia. Jennifer Atilémile, fellow Victoria Secret and Sports Illustrated swimsuit alum (as well as a native Australian), comes on to talk the weird world of Tyra, and highs and lows of a very tumultuous industry.https://www.essence.com/cover-stories/tyras-back-2025/Subscribe to our Patreon Follow us on InstagramFollow Beatrice on InstagramAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy