March 13 (UPI) — NBC says Tyra Banks is taking over as host for the 12th season of America’s Got Talent.
The model and television personality is replacing Nick Cannon, who presided over the competition series from Seasons 4 through 11 before announcing his departure last month.
“America, strike a pose. #AGT has a brand-new host! Welcome to the fam, @tyrabanks!,” the show tweeted Sunday.
“Surprise! TyTy is the new host of #AGT @nbcagt! Can’t wait 2work w/new fam @OfficialMelB @howiemandel @heidiklum & @SimonCowell,” Banks confirmed.
America, strike a pose. #AGT has a brand-new host! Welcome to the fam, @tyrabanks!
