India, Jan. 27 -- For years, America's Next Top Model defined an era of television. It wasn't just a competition, it was a cultural phenomenon that shaped early 2000s reality TV. From emotional makeovers to dramatic eliminations, the show had millions glued to their screens for over a decade. And now, Netflix's upcoming docuseries Reality Check: Inside America's Next Top Model promises to uncover what really went on behind the scenes.

At the heart of it all was Tyra Banks, the supermodel who, though not present in every one of the show's 24 seasons, defined much of its identity. Now 52, Tyra features in the new documentary, looking back on the show's legacy and addressing its most controversial moments.

"I knew I went too far. It was ve...