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Model, actress and reality star Tyra Banks has signed a first-look deal with the ABC Signature of Disney Television Studios.
The star is set to develop both script and script content.
‘Since I was a little girl growing up in Inglewood, California, I’ve been fascinated by Disney magic. Joining the family at ABC feels like a kind of homecoming, ‘said Banks, 46, in a statement obtained by Variety.
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She added: “Karey Burke, Rob Mills, Jonnie Davis and their teams are visionary leaders. My Bankable team and I are pumped to create dynamic, unmistakable programming that is loud, splashy and spans international coasts. From dramas and docu-series to comedies and cartoons, we come to your screens with a mission to entertain you and your families in the most unexpected ways. ‘
Tyra Banks has signed a first-look deal with the ABC Signature of Disney Television Studios. (Getty Images)
The outlet reports that Bankable Productions Executive Vice President Hayley Lozitsky and Director of Development and in-house writer Sabrina Besla will work with Banks on the projects.
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“Tyra’s passionate and unwavering passion has not only made her one of the biggest stars to date, it has made an incredible connection with female audiences for generations,” said Karey Burke, president of ABC Entertainment. “We are so excited to welcome Bankable into the family and look forward to working with Tyra and her all-star, female leadership.”
Banks was recently tapped as the new host of “Dancing With the Stars” following Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews’ departure from the reality show.
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The star’s latest project, “ModelLand,” plans to combine shopping, dining and theater at locations around the world, including a 22,000-square-foot location in Los Angeles, Calif.
