Tyra Banks addresses 'America's Next Top Model' backlash: "I said some dumb things"

Tyra Banks at the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards. (Courtesy/Getty Images)

Tyra Banks has addressed the longstanding criticism of her show, "America's Next Top Model" (ANTM), acknowledging past mistakes while stating the show's pioneering role in promoting diversity.

During her acceptance speech at the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards on February 27, Banks reflected on the challenges and criticisms faced throughout the show's 24 seasons.