Tyra Banks is officially single, and the supermodel is making it clear that she's not giving up on love.
The 52-year-old television personality, entrepreneur, and former America's Next Top Model host has confirmed her split from longtime boyfriend Louis Bélanger-Martin after nearly seven years together.
© GC ImagesBanks revealed her relationship status during a candid interview with Nessa on HOT 97 on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Rather than dwelling on heartbreak, she shared an optimistic outlook on romance, aging, and rediscovering her feminine side.
The revelation came as a surprise to fans who had followed her relatively private relationship with the Canadian businessman, whom she was first publicly linked to in 2019.
Although Banks did not reveal exactly when the relationship ended or what caused the breakup, she made one thing clear: being single at 52 doesn't mean her romantic life is over.
Tyra Banks Confirms She's Single at 52 After Louis Bélanger-Martin Split
During her HOT 97 appearance, Banks was asked about the biggest lesson she had learned about love. Her answer centered on second chances and the idea that relationships don't have an expiration date. "I think that it's never too late to start again," Banks said.
The model explained that there was a period when she felt perfectly content focusing on her family rather than pursuing romance. "I'm a single woman now," she revealed, adding that she was 52 and had previously felt little motivation to date.
© GC ImagesBanks said she had reached a point where spending time with her mother and son felt like enough. However, her perspective has recently shifted. "But now I'm like, you know what? It's not too late," she said.
She also described feeling feminine again as she reentered the dating world, rejecting the idea that women should stop looking for love simply because they're getting older.
© Getty Images for LionsgateTyra Banks Says She's Dating Again and Enjoying Single Life
Banks didn't stop at announcing her breakup. During a separate encounter with TMZ in New York City on November 12, she confirmed that she was already exploring the dating scene. "I am dating. It's nice to be single," Banks told the outlet.
© GettyAccording to Page Six, the model also ruled out using dating apps, joking that she didn't know what Raya was, referring to the exclusive dating platform popular among celebrities.
Who Is Louis Bélanger-Martin, Tyra Banks' Former Boyfriend?
Louis Bélanger-Martin is a Canadian businessman and entrepreneur with experience in finance, technology, and corporate leadership. He co-founded the private investment firm Groupe W Inc. in 1996 and has held executive positions at several companies.
His professional relationship with Banks also extended into her business ventures. He served as chief financial officer of her ice cream company, SMiZE Cream, helping support the brand's development and expansion.
© GC ImagesIn May 2024, Banks revealed that she and Bélanger-Martin were living and working together in Australia, where she had been developing her ice cream business.
Despite Banks' international fame, the couple generally kept their romance away from the spotlight. They occasionally attended public events together, including the 2022 TIME100 Gala in New York City.
