Teyana Taylor has set the internet ablaze again, she made it Instagram official with British actor Aaron Pierre.
The pair’s romance has been the talk of Hollywood for months, but now there’s no denying it.
TEYANA TAYLOR’S NEW MAN
On 7 June, Teyana Taylor, 34, took to Instagram to wish Pierre a happy 31st birthday, she shared a cosy selfie, and captioned, “Cheers to Thirty-WON & many more wins around the sun. 🌹
H’AP’PY BIRTHDAY Woody 🎈.” Pierre replied sweetly, “Now and always. Thank you Tey 🌹.”
But Taylor didn’t stop at words, the star also surprised Pierre with an intimate birthday bash. In a fan-captured video, Pierre walks into the venue, sees familiar faces, and beams.
Aaron Pierre then plants a kiss on Taylor, as the crowd cheers, according to Page Six.
RELATIONSHIP RUMOURS
One fan gushed online, “My bestie did her BIG ONE for her man, her man, her man! I just love you guys. Look at the smiles. The surprise, the FaceTime calls of her planning it down. Love love love.”
Rumours of Teyana Taylor and Aaron’s relationship first swirled in February when the two were seen chatting at the American Black Film Festival Honors.
Then came the Oscars, when Taylor posted black and white snaps of the pair, writing, “Oscar night in black & white, no grey area. 🤍”
Fans went wild. Was this just a friendship? Or something more? Now, it’s clear. They’re a couple.
THAT’S MUFASA
Pierre, known for his role as Mufasa in the new Lion King film, also starred in Taylor’s Long Time music video.
Aaron Pierre has become a major internet sensation, thanks to a mix of his acting talent, striking style, and charismatic presence.
With over 2 million Instagram followers, he consistently captivates fans with his fashion-forward looks and engaging posts.
Aaron Pierre’s viral ‘Spirit Tunnel’ strut on The Jennifer Hudson Show in December 2024 sparked a social media frenzy.
The video racked up over 6 million likes on TikTok and earning him the affectionate chant, “That’s Mufasa.”
TEYANA TAYLOR’S DIVORCE
Taylor’s fans in South Africa have watched her journey closely. She finalised her divorce from NBA star Iman Shumpert in July 2024.
The settlement was massive—over R185 million in property and luxury cars, and now, she’s moving forward, and the world is cheering her on.
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