Banks to host TV talent show

LOS ANGELES — Tyra Banks is hosting the 12th season of America’s Got Talent. NBC said that the supermodel, Emmy-winner and creator of America’s Next Top Model will be joining the competition series alongside returning judges Simon Cowell, Mel B, Heidi Klum and Howie Mandel.

Banks will be taking over hosting duties from Nick Cannon, who left the show this year after eight years in the post. Banks said she looks forward to “connecting with the dreamers.”

Contestants in the popular summer series come out to show off a wide array of talents to compete for a $1-million prize.