Tyra Banks must be a burlesque fan. Out of tens of thousands of applicants, she decided that one of The Boston Babydolls had the potential to be "America's Next Top Model." Boston Babydoll Vita Lightly (also known as Sarah) is one of the 13 contestants on the next season of the popular television show.
"America's Next Top Model Cycle 9" premieres with a one-hour broadcast tonight on Wednesday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m.
Vita has been performing with The Boston Babydolls since January of this year after Scratch, the co-founder of the troupe, spotted her at a Cambridge nightclub. "Sometimes I just see someone and know they've got what it takes to be part of The Boston Babydolls. Vita had the right look and an easy confidence," she says.
The other Boston Babydolls are thrilled with their fellow troupe member's television debut. "We're all going to be watching," said Miss Mina, the other founder of the troupe. "We think she'll go far. A lot of these reality shows are about grace under pressure, and that's a key part of being a burlesque dancer."
A recent move to New Jersey has forced Vita to limit how often she participates in Boston Babydoll shows. The troupe performs at The Paradise Lounge on the last Sunday of every month and Vita will continue to dance with them as often as she can.
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