Janice Dickinson Says She Doesn’t Regret Her Controversial Statements: “It Was Acting”

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Janice Dickinson says she doesn’t regret any of the controversial statements she made during her time as a judge on Tyra Banks’ America, Next Top Model.

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While answering questions on her TikTok account, the former model responded to a fan who asked, “Do you have any regrets about the things you said/did during your time as a judge on ANTM?” Dickinson said in response, “Um, no. And that’s that,” and moved on to the next question. She posted the video on her Instagram page with the caption, “People forget that TV is acting.”

According to Page Six, Dickinson was called out for body shaming comments last month after a clip resurfaced of her calling a former contestant Robin Manning “plus-sized” and said she shouldn’t win the competition.

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She also said that Manning was “too old” and “too fat” to pursue a professional modeling career. Additionally, she made “monkey sounds” after criticizing black contestant Kelle Jacob after comparing her edited and unedited photos.

The former judge had faced backlash as fans who rewatched old ANTM memorable moments resurfaced online. Some even accused Dickinson of using racist rhetoric to judge the contestants.

Deja Monet: Born and raised in the Bronx. I write stories that will make you laugh, cry, or mad.