Tyra Banks Joins 'Project Runway' Judges Panel, Sparking ANTM Legacy Discussions

June 18, 2026
Tyra Banks Joins 'Project Runway' Judges Panel, Sparking ANTM Legacy Discussions
  • Project Runway Season 22 will premiere July 9 on Freeform, with streaming on Disney+ and Hulu, featuring a judging panel headlined by Heidi Klum and Nina Garcia, joined by Law Roach, and Tyra Banks entering as a new recurring judge alongside mentor Christian Siriano.

  • Cameos this season include Charity Lawson, Sarah Jane Nader, Ekin-Su, and Veejay Floresca appearing as models in an episode, while previous season’s winner Veejay Floresca returns to the runway as a model.

  • The season will incorporate Dancing with the Stars cast members as on-air participants, expanding the crossover appeal.

  • In basketball news, the Lakers’ pursuit of Williams and other centers could raise his market value, with Portland urged to keep Williams to preserve defensive identity, though durability remains a concern.

  • There is no information yet on any ANTM reboot, with no updates available at the time of publication.

  • Banks notes her ANTM involvement aims to bring candid perspectives on the show's legacy, including criticisms and decisions she would approach differently today.

  • Official social handles and media kit links are provided, with press site access requiring a login.

  • The piece situates the series within Disney’s ecosystem, noting Freeform as the network and broader Disney/ABC connections.

  • The analysis critiques Rob Pelinka’s management of the Lakers toward a championship trajectory, highlighting misalignment with assets and targets.

  • Netflix’s response to ANTM remains unpublicized, with ongoing discussion about the show's legacy and industry backlash.

  • Public reaction on X is mixed, with excitement about Banks’s return contrasted by skepticism or suggestions for alternate formats.

  • Promotional material includes a trailer and tweets from LAW ROACH and ABC announcing casting and premiere details.

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