i think you are a great person and i enjoy watching your shows

Tyra you know what makes me angry is all these people that say you have an issue with color & light skin but everytime i turn around u're always educating people about the beauty of all complexions especialley dark skin. Even on Top model you show that by your runner-ups and previous winners. People need to focus on what you do for our culture and stop hating all the time. I think Alek & the other dark-skinned girl had beautiful sikn as well. Do you Tyra.

Hi Tyra!

When I first saw in my email account this newsletter of yours mentioning the "model blackout", I was ecstatic to watch it, which I finally did.

Anyways, I am very happy that you featured something like this in your talk show because, I always surf up the style.com website and check the latest runway reviews from New York, Milan and Paris Fashion Week. I would have to say I did notice that there aren't very many black models out there in those fashion shows, save for Chanel Iman, Jaunel McKenzie, Liya Kebede and Ms. Alek Wek herself. While watching that particular episode it made me realize that if these fashion designers are trying to sell high-end/luxury wardrobes they have to feature them in ALL types of race, most probably to show that their line caters to high-end customers regardless of race/ethnicity. Sadly, as I check out the collection from these past few seasons, very, VERY few women of color have been strutting their stuff on the runways, again save for the black models I've mentioned earlier.

It was really nice of you to feature this because, if the fashion industry themselves doesn't so much feature women other than Caucasians, it makes those non-Caucasians feel, they aren't fashionable and that those designer outfits won't look good on them. We live in a world where there is a very wide diversity of beauty seen though different skin colors, and we have to respect that for it is what makes this world so exciting and beautiful, diversity.

May I also suggest that you also feature asian models on the runway because, just like black models, there aren't very many of them. In fact, I only see about 2-4 of them, with 4 as the maximum number. Asian women are beautiful in their own unique way. Their small slit eyes, their quasi-yellowish skin tone, their small lips and so on makes them uniquelt beautiful. I'm an Asian guy, though not straight (I guess you know what that means!), so I guess it will be beneficial to feature women of my similar ethnicity.

Actually I know of very few Asian models who have broken through the fashion industry and made a name for themselves like Jenny Shimizu and Ling Tan, other than that, none of them are of household names. I hope you can also feature Asian models like Du Juan (Chinese), Ai Tominaga (Japanese), Hye Park(Korean), Han Jin (Korean), Julianne Imai(Japanese-Brazilian), Anne Watanabe (Japanese-Brazilian) or Aline Nakashima (Japanese-Brazilian)your show. They may not be as popular as Lucy Liu, Zhang Ziyi or Gong Li but they are uniquely beautiful and they have been featured consistently in fashion shows from New York to Paris. Thank You

P.S. - You should feature also Ms. Liya Kebede. She, I think is the Iman of this generation. I remember looking at Ms. Iman's book (You were also featured here, I believe) and I was staring at her photography amazed with her elegance and beauty.

P.S. - Alek Wek and Chanel Iman rocks! And you too! God Bless your show and I hope you have many more seasons, both in Top Model and your talk show! PEace! Love lots

Ram

TYRA!!!!
I AM SO NOT LOVING THE NEW HAIRCUT/WEEVE!!
I LOVE YOUI AND ALL BUT IT MAKES YOU LOOK LIKE A 4 YEAR OLD GIRL. OR KINNA LIKE THAT CHARACTER STEWART FROM MAD TV! I CANT REALLY TAKE YOU SERIOUSY THAT THAT HAIR! PLEASE CHANGE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hello Tyra,

I enjoyed your show on the Fashion industry blackout. It was great to see you give tribute to the supermodels that paved the way for diversity, but I am just curious why you didn't give recognition to Donyale Luna, Beverly Johnson, Tyson Beckford and Alva Chin? Donyale (may she rest in peace) was of mixed heritage and is often not credited with being the first African American on the cover of Vogue, though it was the British Vogue(1966). Beverly is credited with being the first African American on the cover of Vogue. Tyson Beckford is credited with being the first african american to be signed a multi-million exclusive contract with Ralph Lauren male supermodel on the cover. Alva Chin made enough revenue as a ethnic supermodel to earn herself the credit of being the first african american woman in the U.S. to purchase a Ferrari. She paid cash for it!

I understand the topic of the show was the idea that there are not enough black women models, but when Chanel Iman was on the show, I do not understand why you did not celebrate the idea that she was mixed both African American and Asian. As an Asian, it was really bothersome to watch and see that you only pointed out what it was like to be an African American model. She is Asian also, and I think that is a huge breakthrough that she can become a supermodel with two uncommon races and that they should both be embraced instead of just choosing one over the other.

@ Joni

Joni, just so you know...when someone puts @ and whoever or whatever on a blog at the top of their comment...then whatever follows is directed at that person. That's like blog language or internet language...almost like LOL or ROTFL. Its not GUESSING at what I said honey, its internet and blog lingo.

Thanks for the 'apology.'

But why would I want to argue with you when I agree with you? That would be stupid.

hey tyra i would lov e 2 be on your show

Hey, I jus wanted to know what's the trick to walking the runway in long, flowing dresses-the type that seem almost IMPOSSIBLE to walk in...

wow people what's the argument about???

I beleive that everyone is beautiful no matter what color they are! God made everyone different!

and everyone who said something about Tyra.... you never know how she is in realy life.I don;t think we should judge her at all until we meet her in person.

nora

My bad, Shamica. I understand now that you were talking about/to someone else. But actually "@Carly" didnt really make it plain that you were speaking to someone named Carly. And by the way, I AM smart, able to read and I do comprehend when it is written for
understanding. As you can see, you dont have to guess at anything that I write.

And for Ms. 'Posted by', who apparently didnt want to leave her name...my self esteem is just great. Feel bad about myself; have issues with my own blackness; I doubt it honey. I love my beautiful black skin. I do however have issues. And they are what I have already said. APPARENTLY SOCIETY ONLY SEES BLACK AS BEAUTIFUL WHEN THERE IS SOMETHING MIXED WITH IT TO MAKE IT CLOSER TO WHITE. Try opening your eyes before opening your mouth. And I AM angry...not at you or anyone on this blog. But at the people who implement this ignorance. The people who choose the models and actresses and video girls, etc. The people who see closer to white more beautiful than dark. The people who, if there were identical twins up for a part, and the only difference was that one was light and one was dark, the light one would get the part...yes I'm angry. And you know what...I'm not the only one angry.

Hello. I thought your show about the blackout in modeling was very interesting. Unfortunately, there was diversity missing in the majority of the shows. I think it would be interesting to hear about stories in modeling as a multi-ethnic diverse individuals. I think its interesting how the media only focuses on one part of their race and not the other. For example, Tyson Beckford and Naomi Campbell are part Asian as well, but no one really focuses on that. And, that leads to the question of race and how people identify with one race than the other. When the new "it" model was on, she is known as a black model and multi-racial. So, how do people choose what to call themselves? Possible show topics, I hope so

On Friday April 21, 2006 you had a guest on name Marvelyn, talking about besing diagnosed with HIV when she was 19 years old...How can I contact her for an speaking engagement on a college campus?

On Friday April 21, 2006 you had a guest on name Marvelyn, talking about besing diagnosed with HIV when she was 19 years old...How can I contact her for an speaking engagement on a college campus?

Hello tyra and I am really hoping that you are reading this!! My name is samatha and I am 14 years old and I am african american I know that you get millions of e-mails every day but mine stands out. I love you so much because you are my role model ,I think you are perfect but(everyone has inperfections)but I love modeling so much you dont know how much I love it. I watch your show the tyra show and america's next top model every single day. I dont miss a show but I practice modeling every day and I practice my face every day. I really think I can make it but I have 2 deaf parents and its hard because you want to talk to them like every one else but you can't but thank god because I love them just the way they are.My suppory system is very supporting and when I grow up I dont think this modeling ooppurtunity will come for me because im all the way in chicago. The reason I am saying this is because I wanted to model for you and only you I think I can make a difference NO I know I can make a difference,but im not going to ask you for anything because your a very busy woman but all im asking is for you to write me back and for that you will be my hero,for giving me strengh and helping me believe I can make it!!!! and that will be the greastest thing for me and my blessing!!!!!!!!!!!!!~!luv you role model

Hi Tyra,
This is ya girl from The Bahamas. I just wanted to tell you that I love your show. I think it is amazing.I am sending this comment because I wanted to get some advice from you. I hope you don't think that is weird. You could be a role model for young girls like me.
If you (Tyra) receive this message please contact me by email.

Thank You...

Dear Tyra... heres an idea 4 ur show ..How about comin 2 Jamaica 4 a week i dont mean the places u go when u were in the fashion world . I mean the real jamaica u could start in schools not like in hotels or so. Tyra there is a story out here but u av 2 come and find . since u av been in ny i av neva missed one of ur shows although i live in the caribbean. I just love ur show.But plz it would mean a lot 2 me and a good oppurtunity 4 ur benefits as well. But plz u do come try not to make it like we r a bad n criminalize country 4 this not true

HEY TYRA!
MY NAME IS JASMINE.I HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO BE A MODEL.I LOVE MYSELF AND I AM VERY CONFIDENT BUT ITS VERY HARD BECAUSE NO ONE NOT EVEN MY MOM BELIVES THAT I CAN BECOME A MODEL.ESPECIALLY IN NORTH CAROLINA BECAUSE IF SOMEONE MAKES IT THEY'RE REAL LUCKY.PEOPLE FROM DOWN HERE THINK YOU GOT TO GO SOMEWHERE JUST TO ACCOMPLISH THEIR DREAM.SO TYRA FROM ME TO YOU HOW DO I DEAL WITH THIS?I FEEL LIKE I CANT DO ANYTHING BECAUSE I AM ONLY 14 PLZ TALK TO ME CUTIE_BUNS101@YAHOO.COM
IF YOU DO THANK YOU

Tyra:
Are you aware of any makeup for women of color that will stay on the face? Myself and my co-workers have been unsuccesfully searching for foundation that will not rub off onto our clothers or onto others when we hug them. Please let me know that you really do read you E-mails. I know that you will definitely have a positive answer to this question, if there is one.
Respectfully,
DEE Rentie (aka Messy in Moore, OK)

hey tyra,

I love you and your show and ATMN I am a Tyra fanatic!!...I think it is really sad how these women on here are going back and forth about black and its beauty. To those women leaving those comments until we as black women start looking at ourselves as being BEAUTIFUL why should the society look at us as such if we are the ones putting each other down. Referring to house niggas and field niggas is like taking so many steps backwards when we should be moving forward past that. I am a 22 yr old black women on active in the united states army I come from a background of cherokee indian and black my mother is a light skinned and a NATURAL blonde but ask her what her race is and she is going to say black. Tyra I can't wait to get some time off and come to a taping of your so. I love you and you should do a segment on women in the military and beauty secrets for us...lol just an idea. We are very very diverse so maybe people won't complain about that show.

My other comment is on my life long dream of being a model I'm tall 5'9" but I'm curvy and athletic built I really want to persue modeling but the industry intimidates me with the being thin thing I try not to think of myself as fat but how can I not do you have any self esteem tips that can help me out......LOVE YA LOTS!!!

Seems to me that Joni has issues with her own blackness. Don't be mad honey. Do something about it and stop tearing everybody down because you feel bad about yourself. You need to see a counselor and stop blaming things on Tyra.

Why many do not like country music is that they know what kind of music was played and songs were sung at the "lynchin' parties" that were held in the old south.

THIS COMMENT IS FOR JONI. People are talking about ANTM. Please read before you make negative comments about people because there are alot of people talking about that show and she made that comment to one person who spoke about that show. Why are you so upset? Are you picked on? What issues do you have with yourself? Low self-esteem huh?

To JONI...First of all, If you were smart or able to read and comprehend what you read, you would know that I was speaking to one person, CARLY and Tyra's ANTM...not on the whole topic because I didnt watch the show. So make sure you read and understand what I SAID before you try to comment on what I SAID. AND I Am a black 24yo educated woman with TWO DEGREES and a wonderful career...not a young teen. SO I hope you got your S*** together before you come at me.

Second of all, as a LIGHT SKINNED BEAUTIFUL BLACK WOMAN, I can olny agree with what people are speaking about when it comes to race and light skinned black people. Yes, I am light skinned and I am 100% black and I am beautiful...so lets not get that twisted. But I have sisters and family members who are dark skined and are VERY BEAUTIFUL. Dark skinned people are so beautiful to me and my husband is dark skinned---blacker than all black! But America doesn't see it that way and I can only agree with what you guys have said about people thinking the whiter you are, the prettier you are.

That's America and the society and thats how closed minded people are. I think it dates all the way back to slavery days when black wasnt beutiful. Its really sad but people are still stupi and closed minded and uneducated.

I agree with Joni, being dark skinned myself…
My original comment didn’t make it here I guess because they didn’t like it but it wasn’t even near as controversial as some of the comments have read. Oh well.. Joni is right, i wont say anything else—they moderator may not put it up!