Tyra Banks proved she's still got it as she took to the stage at Universal Studios Hollywood for an appearance on Extra on Wednesday,

She's formerly one of the world's top models, walking the runway for Victoria's Secret for eight years before giving it all up to mentor aspiring young models on her reality competition America's Next
Top Model.

While statuesque 5ft 10in beauty Tyra Banks' weight has fluctuated over the years - even taking
a public stand on her talk show against body bullies who called her overweight - she was looking
a million dollars as she made an appearance on TV show Extra on Wednesday.

Taking to the outdoor stage at Universal Studios Hollywood, the star towered over host Mario Lopez, a pair of sky-high strappy black stilettos adding to her already impressive height.

Dressed to thrill! Tyra Banks proved she's still got it as she took to the stage at Universal Studios Hollywood for an appearance on Extra on Wednesday, flashing the flesh in a midriff-baring outfit

But it was her choice of outfit that got people talking, with the 40-year-old proving she's as body-confident today as she was in her 20s as she flashed her toned midriff in a fashionable ensemble.

She paired a tight grey midi-length ribbed pencil skirt with a fitted black T-shirt featuring a grey design across the bust, pushed up to show off her trim midsection.

Tyra looked a little stiff at first, seemingly sucking in her stomach as she tugged on the waist of her skirt a little self-consciously, before relaxing.

She added some bling to her outfit with a sparkly silver jewelled cuff on one wrist, a silver chain that wrapped around her neck several times and a collection of pretty rings on her fingers.

Fabulous at 40! The star, who turns 41 in December, appeared a little tentative at first in her tight grey ribbed pencil skirt and fitted black T-shirt featuring a grey design, which she paired with towering strappy black heels

In her element: She soon relaxed once joined on stage by host Mario Lopez, with the pair enjoying a laugh as they talked about the 21st cycle of her hit show America's Next Top Model, which premiered on Monday night

Her face was beautifully made up for the TV appearance, her complexion flawless and golden, a soft apricot hue on her cheeks, glossy bubblegum pink accentuating her naturally full pout and dark smoky eyes and lashings of mascara bringing out out her piercing eyes.

She wore her long brown tresses down in a voluminous style, the ends flicked up.

The star, who coined the term 'smize', taught the dimple-cheeked host how to work the camera as they posed for a selfie together during the interview.

Posting the results to Instagram shortly after, the former Saved By The Bell actor captioned it: 'Started my morning with a fierce selfie with my girl @tyrabanks ! #Smize #ToochAndBooch #ANTM.'

Baby got back! The star turned around to reveal her curvaceous behind as she taught Mario the art of taking the perfect selfie

'Started my morning with a fierce selfie with my girl @tyrabanks ! #Smize #ToochAndBooch #ANTM': The former Saved By The Bell star gave his best smize as demonstrated by the women who coined the term

Ready for her close-up: The star looked stunning with her beautifully-applied make-up, featuring dark smoky eyes, apricot cheeks and a glossy bubblegum pink pout

Tyra had plenty to smile about, with cycle 21 of her hit series kicking off on The CW on Monday
night, featuring both girls and guys duking it out for the title for only the second time in the show's long history.

Taking to Twitter on Tuesday, she proudly informed her 11.4 million followers: '"TyTy, Good Ass Ratings!!!" The report I received this morn about #ANTMCycle21 premiere episode ratings! Yay!!! Thx so much!!!'

Clearly in a celebratory mood, she headed out for dinner with friends later that evening, spotted leaving West Hollywood hot spot Gracias Madre.

She was dressed rather casually for the outing, in knee-length grey shorts and a white T-shirt, paired with a bulky camouflage denim jacket that was rolled up at the sleeves and had 'Banks' written above the breast pocket.

Plenty to smile about: The previous evening, the former Victoria's Secret model headed out for dinner with friends, spotted leaving West Hollywood hot spot Gracias Madre as she celebrated the successful return of her TV show

Casual Tuesday: She was dressed casually for her outing in knee-length grey shorts and a white T-shirt, paired with a bulky camouflage denim jacket that was rolled up at the sleeves and pointy black pumps

A pair of black pointy pumps, a small bright green handbag with contrasting deep purple straps,
a gold necklace and huge silver cuff with cluster adornment completed her look.

Her hair was styled in pretty loose curls, her eyes hidden behind black aviators despite it being after dark by the time she emerged, a pop of colour added in the form of shiny red lipstick.

Just two days prior, she was seen arriving for a flight at LAX with boyfriend Erik Asla, a fashion and fine art photographer whom she has been dating since at least last year as she hit the promo trail
for ANTM. 

A weight off her shoulders: The star appeared to be in good spirits, no doubt relieved that in its 21st season the popular modelling competition is still finding favour with viewers