The Contestants Freak Out When They Meet Tyra Banks in the America's Next Top Model Sneak Peek

Who said we weren't gonna get a lil' bit of Queen Tyra Banks on this America's Next Top Model? In a sneak peek for the premiere, we meet a handful of new contestants:Marissa the "Mouth of the South," Binta the self-proclaimed activist, and Cherish, whom Cherish refers to as Cherish, speaking about herself in the third person. They are more than thrilled to be in New York City and ready to compete for the top prize.

The crop of aspiring models seem ready to hit the streets of Gotham but may not be prepared to face supermodel and superstar Tyra Banks on the first day. The ladies' emotions run the gamut of excitement, disbelief, and horror as they come face to face with the woman who could ultimately make them not only America's Next Top Model, but also award them $100,000, a commercial feature on behalf of Rimmel London, a fashion spread in Paper Magazine, and an exclusive one year talent deal with VH1. Dang! We'd be hyped, too. We can't wait to meet the ladies and see what kind of hustle Tyra puts in them! Don't miss the premiere of America's Next Top Model on Monday, December 12th at 10/9c.