Tyra Banks' recent remarks about America's Next Top Model (ANTM) and its role in promoting diversity have ignited debate across social media. While accepting the Luminary Spotlight award at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards,

Tyra Banks discussed how 'America's Next Top Model' didn't always 'get it right' at a speech made during Essence's Black Women in Hollywood awards.

"We fought to bring diversity to that television show at a time when it didn’t exist, a time when people in the fashion industry were telling me, 'Oh, you putting girls from the hood on your show?' " Banks said.

Tyra Banks admitted to saying some "dumb sh*t" on her hit model competition reality show, but she didn't hesitate sharing the show's impact.

Tyra Banks acknowledged past mistakes on 'America's Next Top Model' but emphasized the show's role in promoting diversity. Despite criticism, Banks is proud of the industry changes sparked by the show and remains committed to inclusivity.

I refuse to have my legacy be about some stuff linked together on the Internet when there were 24 cycles of changing the world,” Banks said at a Feb. 27 awards show

Tyra Banks acknowledged her past missteps on America’s Next Top Model during her speech at the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood Awards, stating: “I said some dumb shit.” The event recognized Banks as its inaugural Luminary Spotlight recipient on Feb.