Janice Dickinson Blasts Tyra Banks on ANTM

0:00It's March 12th, and here's what's happening across entertainment and pop culture. Janice Dickinson recently opened up about the tough behind-the-scenes pressure on America's next top model. She said producers, including Tyra Banks, pushed her to deliver harsher critiques like Simon Cowell on American Idol. Dickinson served as a judge and felt urged to be more cutting to boost the show's drama. Dickinson took aim at Banks, claiming she was competitive and jealous of the contestants. She accused Banks of not building up the girl's confidence, leaving many depressed and worn out while Banks built her fortune. Dickinson said, the so-called tough mom vibe just did not land right. Former contestants have echoed these complaints for years. One-plus-size model recalled getting just $40 a day, not enough to cover their own meals during filming. That same contestant described scary non-disclosure agreements. Doctors threaten $10 million lawsuits for breaches, even saying they would go after families, parents

1:00and future generations until they, collended. These days, sources close to Banks say, motherhood has changed her. They claim she has softened, ditching the hard edge from her hosting days and becoming more genuine with family and friends. Leaning in is brought to you by our sponsor, Headphones in a Pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.