ANTM Winner Adrianne Curry Claims Tyra Banks Makeover Left Her Partially Bald After 22 Years

Adrianne Curry, winner of the first cycle of America's Next Top Model, has revealed that a makeover directed by Tyra Banks on the show caused permanent damage to her hair, leaving her partially bald 22 years later. Despite warnings from Black stylists that her hair was too fragile for the weave Banks insisted on, it was installed, causing an oozing wound and significant hair loss. After the show, Curry had to spend hours at a Black salon to safely remove the weave, resulting in scabs, a patchy mullet, and permanent bald spots near her temple. She explained that the damage remains irreversible and described the painful experience, suggesting many of the show's makeovers were unnecessarily harsh. This incident has sparked discussion among fans, though Tyra Banks has not responded to the allegations. The story highlights the long-term physical consequences some reality TV contestants endure in the name of entertainment and transformation.