Tisha Campbell Showed Up to Heidi Klum’s Halloween Party in 2006 and DRAGGED Tyra Banks to Filth While Tichina Arnold Said “And I’m Miss J!”

Chile, let’s talk about the most AUDACIOUS, SHADY, and absolutely ICONIC celebrity Halloween costume that the internet will never forget. We’re going back to 2006. America’s Next Top Model was dominating television. Tyra Banks was at the absolute height of her power. The smize was fresh. The forehead jokes were everywhere. And Tisha Campbell said, “You know what? I’m about to do it.”

And baby, she DID IT.

On October 28, 2006, Tisha Campbell walked into Heidi Klum’s Annual Halloween Party at Privilege nightclub in Los Angeles dressed as Tyra Banks. But this wasn’t just any Tyra costume. This was Tyra with PROSTHETICS. This was Tyra with an exaggerated forehead that could be seen from the International Space Station. This was shade in costume form!

And right beside her? Her ride or die, her Martin costar, her partner in petty? Tichina Arnold dressed as Miss J Alexander, complete with runway walk energy and everything honey!

Gina and Pam pulled up to that party and chose VIOLENCE. And we’re still talking about it almost 20 years later.

The Costume That Launched A Thousand Think Pieces

Let’s set the scene. Heidi Klum’s Halloween parties are legendary. Celebrities go ALL OUT. You can’t just show up in a basic costume. You need PRODUCTION VALUE. You need COMMITMENT. You need to make people stop and stare.

Tisha Campbell understood the assignment and then exceeded all expectations.

She used prosthetics to make Tyra Banks’ signature forehead for Halloween in 2006. The overall look was inspired by Banks’ role on America’s Next Top Model.

Yes. PROSTHETICS. Not just a wig with some extra hairline. ACTUAL PROSTHETICS to create that five head energy. The dedication. The commitment. The AUDACITY.

Campbell’s costume was a bold homage to the supermodel, complete with a humorous take on Tyra’s signature look. Campbell didn’t go solo, either. She arrived with her close friend and costar Tichina Arnold, who completed the duo’s playful theme by dressing as Miss J Alexander, the show’s renowned runway coach.

The coordination. The planning. These two sat down and said, “What’s the most chaotic thing we can do?” And then they DID IT.

Breaking Down Every Layer of This Shade

Let’s talk about what made this costume absolutely genius and absolutely MESSY at the same time.

First, the forehead. Tyra’s forehead has been the subject of internet jokes since the dawn of broadband. It’s iconic. It’s legendary. It’s been memed into oblivion. And Tisha said, “I’m going to ENHANCE it with prosthetics and wear it on my face at a celebrity party.”

Tisha Campbell pokes fun at Tyra Banks…receding hairline, extra forehead and all. Pretty clever, Tisha.

The receding hairline. The EXTRA forehead. She didn’t just acknowledge it. She EMPHASIZED it. That’s not homage. That’s a READ, honey.

Second, the outfit. She wore white, giving full America’s Next Top Model judge energy. She was channeling peak Tyra, the era when Tyra was telling girls they don’t have “the look” and creating iconic memes like “I was rooting for you, we were all rooting for you!”

Third, and perhaps most importantly, she brought Tichina Arnold as Miss J Alexander. Because what’s a Top Model tribute without the legendary runway coach? Tichina, already naturally giving Miss J vibes in complexion and energy, fully committed to the bit.

Tichinia Arnold as Miss J Alexander, and Tisha Campbell as Tyra Banks from America’s Next Top Model.

The fact that they showed up TOGETHER makes this exponentially better. This wasn’t a solo act. This was a coordinated assault of comedy and shade.

But Wait, Was This Shade or Love?

Here’s where it gets interesting. To this day, nearly 20 years later, Tisha Campbell has NEVER clarified whether this was pure comedy or if there was some beef brewing.

However, Campbell’s exaggerated take on Tyra, particularly the oversized “fivehead” wig, led to speculation about her intentions. Was it all in good fun, or could it have hinted at some off screen friction? To this day, Campbell has never clarified the inspiration behind her outfit, leaving fans to speculate about whether it was simply comedic or carried deeper meaning.

The fact that she’s never addressed it makes it even BETTER. No explanation. No apology. No “it was just a joke, Tyra, I love you girl!” Just silence. And that silence speaks VOLUMES.

Did Tyra do something to Tisha? Was there backstage beef we don’t know about? Was Tisha just being funny? Or was this a calculated read disguised as Halloween fun?

We may never know. And honestly? That’s perfect. Let the mystery marinate. Let the internet speculate forever.

The Internet Has NOT Let This Go

Fast forward to 2025, and people are STILL talking about this costume. TikTok keeps resurfacing the photos. Instagram accounts dedicated to throwback moments post it regularly. And every single time, the comments are UNHINGED.

“Tisha said I’m Gina but today I’m choosing to be PETTY Tyra“

“The prosthetic forehead took me OUT”

“Tichina as Miss J is sending me to another dimension”

“This is the level of commitment I need in all aspects of my life”

“Tyra probably still has nightmares about this”

Lipstick Alley, the internet’s most unfiltered forum, has entire threads dedicated to this costume. Users debate whether Tisha was being shady or funny. They analyze every detail. They compare it to other celebrity Halloween costumes. And the consensus? This is TOP TIER.

Tyra Never Responded (That We Know Of)

Here’s what makes this even more delicious. Tyra Banks has never publicly addressed Tisha Campbell’s costume. Not in 2006. Not in the years since. Not even when it goes viral every Halloween.

Did she see it? Absolutely. Everyone at that party saw it. The photos were everywhere. This was 2006, peak celebrity blog era. TMZ, Perez Hilton, everyone covered it.

But Tyra stayed silent. No clap back. No “I thought it was funny.” No shady Instagram post years later. Just… nothing.

Is that because she thought it was funny? Is it because she was privately seething but took the high road? Is it because her team advised her not to engage? We don’t know. And we probably never will.

But the silence is interesting. Tyra was not shy about addressing critics back then. She had entire Tyra Banks Show episodes about dealing with haters. She famously yelled “Kiss my fat ass!” when criticized about her weight.

So why no response to Tisha’s forehead prosthetics? The people need answers, Tyra.

Gina and Pam Still Got It

What makes this moment even better is who Tisha Campbell and Tichina Arnold are. These aren’t random celebrities trying to go viral. These are LEGENDS.

Tisha and Tichina played Gina and Pam on Martin, one of the most iconic sitcoms in Black television history. Their chemistry, their comedy, their friendship, it’s been documented for decades.

They were also in House Party together. They were in Little Shop of Horrors together as two of the three singers. They’ve been friends and collaborators for YEARS.

So when they decided to dress up as Tyra and Miss J, it wasn’t just a costume. It was a PRODUCTION. It was two professional comedians and actresses fully committing to a bit. And the result was pure, unfiltered entertainment.

Why This Costume Is Still Iconic in 2025

Let’s talk about why this moment has stayed in the cultural consciousness for almost 20 years.

First, it was BOLD. In 2006, Tyra Banks was untouchable. America’s Next Top Model was a ratings juggernaut. Tyra was beloved. She was powerful. She was not someone you openly mocked unless you were ready for potential consequences.

Tisha did it anyway. She didn’t go subtle. She went FULL forehead prosthetics. That takes guts.

Second, it was FUNNY. Genuinely, undeniably funny. The costume wasn’t mean spirited in an ugly way. It was playful shade. It was comedy. Even people who love Tyra had to admit it was hilarious.

Third, it was COORDINATED. Tichina showing up as Miss J elevated the entire concept. It wasn’t just “Tisha dressed as Tyra.” It was “Tisha and Tichina recreated America’s Next Top Model with prosthetics and attitude.”

Fourth, the MYSTERY. The fact that Tisha has never explained it keeps people talking. Was it shade? Was it love? Was it both? The ambiguity makes it more interesting.

And fifth, the COMMITMENT. She didn’t just put on a wig and call it a day. She got PROSTHETICS made. She studied Tyra’s look. She went method with her Halloween costume. That level of dedication is admirable.

The Legacy: When Halloween Costumes Become Cultural Moments

One thing is clear: Tisha Campbell and Tichina Arnold’s costumes captured the spotlight, solidifying their place among memorable celebrity Halloween ensembles.

This costume is regularly featured in “Best Celebrity Halloween Costumes of All Time” lists. It’s taught in master classes on how to execute shade with style. It’s a reminder that sometimes the best costumes aren’t just about looking good. They’re about making a STATEMENT.

Years later, people still reference it. When celebrities do “Who Did It Better” Halloween costume challenges, Tisha’s Tyra comes up. When people discuss iconic celebrity pettiness, this moment gets mentioned.

It’s bigger than just a costume. It’s a MOMENT. It’s a piece of pop culture history. It’s proof that when two talented, funny, bold women decide to have fun at a Halloween party, the results can be legendary.

What We Can Learn From Tisha’s Tyra

If there’s one lesson to take from this iconic moment, it’s this: COMMIT TO THE BIT.

Tisha Campbell didn’t do a halfway Tyra. She went FULL Tyra. Prosthetics and all. She didn’t worry about whether people would think it was too much or too shady. She just DID IT.

And because she fully committed, we’re still talking about it almost 20 years later.

So whether you’re dressing up for Halloween, making content, or just living your life, remember Tisha’s Tyra. Go big. Be bold. Commit fully. And if people are still talking about it 20 years later? You did something right.

The Bottom Line

In 2006, Tisha Campbell showed up to Heidi Klum’s Halloween party dressed as Tyra Banks with prosthetic forehead enhancements, a white outfit, and her best friend Tichina Arnold dressed as Miss J Alexander.

Was it shade? Was it comedy? Was it both? We don’t know. Tisha has never said. Tyra has never responded. And that ambiguity is PERFECT.

What we do know is that it was bold, funny, iconic, and unforgettable. It captured a cultural moment when America’s Next Top Model was everywhere and Tyra’s forehead was a running joke. It showcased Tisha and Tichina’s comedy chops and their fearlessness.

And almost 20 years later, every Halloween, the photos resurface. Every year, new people discover them. Every year, the internet collectively loses its mind all over again.

Gina became Tyra for one night. Pam became Miss J. And the result was a Halloween costume so legendary, so perfectly executed, so gloriously MESSY, that it will live forever in pop culture history.

We love to see it. We love that it happened. We love that nobody involved has ever fully explained it. And we love that every October, without fail, someone posts those photos and a whole new generation gets to appreciate the absolute CHAOS of Tisha Campbell in prosthetic forehead glory, channeling Tyra Banks with zero apologies.

That’s art, baby. That’s comedy. That’s ICON behavior.

And we’re still not over it.