From the Runway to the Television Screen

In the last few decades, more and more people are going to college to further their education. It's hard to become a scientist, a professor, or a businessperson without getting some sort of college degree--but college isn't always necessary to achieve success. Some people are ready to enter the workforce right after high school. Tyra Banks was one of those people. The supermodel and fashion icon has become one of the biggest names in television, hosting her own talk show and the...
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In the last few decades, more and more people are going to college to further their education. It's hard to become a scientist, a professor, or a businessperson without getting some sort of college degree--but college isn't always necessary to achieve success. Some people are ready to enter the workforce right after high school. Tyra Banks was one of those people. The supermodel and fashion icon has become one of the biggest names in television, hosting her own talk show and the successful America's Next Top Model. While many models have short careers based on their looks alone, Tyra has found success in entertainment and business well beyond the catwalk and magazine photo shoots. And what's most amazing about her story is that the stylish superstar has done it all without a college degree!