Tyra Banks is feeling ”stress” about taking up as host of ‘Dancing with the Stars’.
The 46-year-old mannequin was not too long ago introduced because the first-ever solo host of the Latin and ballroom contest following the departure of each Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews, and has stated she’s starting to really feel nervous about her new position, which may even see her function government producer on the present.
When requested what she was feeling about taking up the position, she merely stated: ”Pressure!”
And though she’s anxious about internet hosting the present, she has already teased some modifications to the ABC present, as she says she desires folks of all ages to ”relate personally to what they see on display screen”.
She instructed Us Weekly journal: ”My objective is for a 12 yr previous to be sitting on the sofa with their dad and mom and grandparents and everyone can relate personally to what they see on that display screen. That’s a touch. Not giving up the products. You’ll should tune in!”
Meanwhile, Tyra not too long ago stated she was ”excited” to take over as host of the present, as she could not wait to ”proceed the legacy” of former host Tom – who has been on the sequence since its debut in 2005 – and Erin, who joined in 2014 after competing on season 10.
She stated in a press release: ”I’ve been a fan of ‘DWTS’ since its starting … The enjoyable blended with uncooked emotion, seeing celebrities push previous their consolation zones, the scorching dance performances … it is at all times transported me to my days of turning it up 10 notches on the catwalk.
”Tom has set a robust stage, and I’m excited to proceed the legacy and placed on my government producer and internet hosting hats.”
Show bosses paid tribute to 65-year-old Tom and Erin whereas welcoming Tyra to the programme.
Karey Burke, president of ABC Entertainment, stated: ”Tom has been an integral a part of the ABC household for almost twenty years, from internet hosting ‘AFV’ to ‘Dancing with the Stars’ – we’re grateful for all he and Erin have executed to make ‘Dancing’ successful.
”As we gear up for the present’s 29th season, we won’t wait to welcome Tyra Banks to our ‘Dancing’ stage. Tyra is an award-winning multi-hyphenate whose fierce feminine prowess and affect throughout many industries have made an indelible mark.
”Her recent tackle America’s favorite dancing competitors will certainly convey greater than a ‘Smize’ to followers in every single place.”