Teyana Taylor has had a super sweet journey to the 2026 Oscars.
Long before earning her first Oscar nomination, the actress known for One Battle After Another first became famous appearing on MTV’s My Super Sweet 16 as one of the show’s memorable teenagers.
Teyana Taylor showed off her flair for performance in February 2007 when she made a memorable entrance to her 16th birthday party. She arrived inside a giant plastic box, dressed as a doll, and then immediately launched into a choreographed dance routine.
Months before her TV appearance, Teyana was signed to Pharrell Williams’ Star Trak Entertainment label. Later that night, he surprised her with a custom bicycle and a brand new, all-white Range Rover.
Honestly, her party was amazing. She was so proud at the end of the show, and rightfully so! She totally delivered on her promise to throw a party unlike anything anyone had ever seen, and she declared herself the queen of New York – and you know what? I think she earned it. It was a night to remember, and she absolutely owned it.
Now 35, Teyana Taylor has built an impressive career. As a successful musician, with hits like “Misunderstanding of Teyana Taylor,” she’s collaborated with major artists including Kanye West, Missy Elliott, Lauryn Hill, and Erykah Badu. She also showcased her dancing skills as a judge on MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew in 2015.
And impressively, she choreographed Beyoncé’s “Ring the Alarm” music video back in 2005 when she was only 15 years old.
Teyana, a mom to daughters Junie, 10, and Rue Rose, 5, with her ex-husband Iman Shumpert, is now focusing on acting alongside her other creative work.
She recently told Time Magazine that she thrives on challenges, believing they signify meaningful effort. She’s determined to achieve everything she wants and is willing to work incredibly hard to do so.
As for how the All’s Fair actress is feeling heading into the Academy Awards?
She added, “Even if I don’t achieve what I hoped for, I still feel like a success. We’re young and fortunate, and we should enjoy this moment and have fun.”
Okay, so Teyana got nominated, which is AMAZING, but I’m seriously dying to see what everyone else thinks! I’m already glued to social media, trying to find out how all the 2026 Oscar nominees are reacting before the show even starts on ABC March 15th. I need to know everything!
I’ve been a huge Teyana Taylor fan for years, and it’s amazing to see how she’s balancing everything! She’s a mom to two incredible daughters, five-year-old Rue Rose and ten-year-old Junie, with her ex, Iman Shumpert, and now she’s really focusing on acting alongside all her other talents. It’s so cool to watch her pursue all her passions!
She recently told Time Magazine that she thrives on challenges, believing they signify meaningful effort. She’s determined to achieve everything she wants and is willing to work incredibly hard to do so.
As for how the All’s Fair actress is feeling heading into the Academy Awards?
She added, “Even if I don’t achieve what I hoped for, I still feel like I’ve succeeded.” She emphasized, “We’re young and fortunate, and people are recognizing our accomplishments—now is the time to enjoy ourselves and have fun.”
Besides Teyana Taylor, keep reading to find out how other people nominated for Oscars in 2026 responded to the news before the awards show on March 15th on ABC.
The actor expressed their gratitude upon hearing the news this morning. They thanked the Academy for acknowledging and appreciating The Secret Agent, and also congratulated Gabriel Domingues and the film’s incredibly gifted and diverse cast.
He congratulated his friends, Kleber Mendonça Filho and Emilie Lesclaux, saying he shares this nomination with Brazil and its people, recognizing their strong support and love for their culture.
I’m incredibly honored to be nominated and thrilled to be back in Norway with my cast and crew, especially with our nine history-making nominations – it feels unreal! This film was a true collaboration with an amazing team, led by director Joachim Trier. It’s a wonderful day for all of us, including my talented co-stars Stellan, Inga, and Elle, our co-writer Eskil, and Olivier, our editor who always elevates our work.
She concluded, “I’m so grateful our story is being met with such generosity by the Academy.”
She expressed in a statement that this nomination was deeply meaningful to her. She said that creating “SINNERS” involved a lot of dedication, bravery, and passion, and she was incredibly touched that the entire film was being honored. She praised Ryan’s bold direction, the amazing work of the film crew, and the talent and kindness of her fellow actors, calling the whole experience unforgettable.
She expressed deep gratitude to Ryan, her fellow cast members, and everyone who contributed their skills to bring this story to life. She also thanked the Academy for recognizing their efforts.
I’ve loved acting and actors for as long as I can remember. It’s wonderful to be performing alongside people I’ve admired for years. I want to thank my friend Guillermo del Toro, my partners Oscar and Mia, and everyone on the creative team. I truly love this character and the world of film. Thank you to the Academy and to everyone watching!
“I can’t believe this!” said the actor from One Battle After Another. “Waking up to this news is the best feeling for any actor. I’m so grateful to the Academy for this honor. It’s incredibly humbling to be recognized alongside such talented peers, including my fellow actor Sean, who have all done amazing work.”
He shared that playing Sensei was a wonderful opportunity. Working with Paul and Leo to create the character and his world, and to tell a story that felt so relevant and grand, was a truly enjoyable experience for him, both as an actor and as someone who loves film. He finished by quoting Sensei, saying, “Ocean waves for everyone!”
Emma expressed her gratitude to the Academy for the nominations received by Bugonia. In a statement, she credited director Yorgos Lanthimos as essential to the film’s creation, highlighting their creative partnership and friendship. She also shared the recognition with Jesse Plemons, along with the film’s talented cast, crew, and producers. Emma said she was deeply honored to be nominated alongside such incredible artists.
Stellan expressed his gratitude and joy at being nominated for an Oscar, and for the incredible reception his film has received. He noted that it’s particularly meaningful as it’s the most Oscar nominations ever for a Norwegian film. He shared that the film was made with a lot of dedication, and it’s wonderful to see it resonate with audiences despite having a smaller marketing budget. He ended with a cheerful note, saying the celebration will continue and he looks forward to seeing everyone soon.
In a statement, Leo described making the film as a deeply meaningful and collaborative experience. He credited the generosity, bravery, and skill of the cast—including Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, Benny del Toro, Sean Penn, and Regina Hall—as well as the dedication of the entire film crew for making it possible.
Honestly, everything about this whole experience… it all comes down to Paul. Paul Thomas Anderson, I mean. His vision for this film is just incredible, and he believed in it so fiercely. He took this really complicated story and made it feel so…now. Like it’s speaking directly to what’s happening in the world today. I’m just so unbelievably honored that the Academy finally recognized all his hard work – and the film itself – in this moment. It means the world to me.
Leo finished by congratulating the other nominees on a fantastic season and thanking the Academy once more.
Kate expressed her excitement and gratitude after receiving a nomination. “It’s an incredible feeling!” she said in a statement. “I’m so happy and thankful, and I’m thrilled to be celebrating alongside all the other talented women nominated. Being a part of Song Sung Blue has been a true honor for me.”
“I’m just stunned,” said the star of Sentimental Value. “I’m incredibly happy and proud of Elle, Stellan, and Renate for being recognized for their fantastic work in the film, and also for our amazing editor, Olivier.”
The director expressed immense gratitude, saying the film wouldn’t have happened without Joachim’s creative direction and leadership, as well as the wonderful story and characters he developed with Eskil. She described the nomination as a monumental moment for Norwegian film and shared heartfelt thanks to her family – particularly her husband and son – for their unwavering love and support. She expressed her deep love for them and reiterated her gratitude.
I was completely shocked when I heard the news and just started screaming,” she told Deadline right after the nominations were revealed. “I honestly can’t believe it—it’s such an incredible honor, and I’m speechless.
Byrne expressed being deeply honored to be considered alongside Jessie Buckley, Renate Reinsve, Kate Hudson, and Emma Stone. In a statement, she called the film a remarkable project and playing Linda a dream role. She felt incredibly humbled by the Academy’s recognition of the film – which she described as ‘punk rock’ – and the other outstanding performances this year, saying the acknowledgement exceeded her expectations. She shared the honor with Mary Bronstein.
The actor said playing the character of Larry Hart was the most difficult role of his four decades in the business. He also shared that it was a pleasure to work on the film with his close friend and highly respected director, Richard Linklater.
He reflected on first reading Robert Kaplow’s exceptional screenplay, now an Oscar nominee, which beautifully portrays both the risks and rewards of a life dedicated to art. He expressed gratitude to The Academy for acknowledging their film, and for recognizing the contributions of the entire cast, crew, and artistic team who brought BLUE MOON to life in Ireland.
The star of Sentimental Value expressed her disbelief on Instagram after the nominations were announced, exclaiming, “Is this real? Is this a dream?!” She said she was completely shocked and honored that her first Academy Award nomination was for a film celebrating the impact of movies and the importance of family. She shared that her mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt were with her that morning, celebrating with screams, hugs, and tears.
Elle expressed her excitement and joy, saying, “I’m so happy! Everyone from the movie received a nomination!”
“To be an Academy Award nominee is beyond anything I ever allowed myself to fully believe was possible,” the One Battle After Another star shared in a statement. “I am so deeply emotional, so humbled, and so grateful for every person who has walked this road with me & honored to be nominated alongside these amazing women in my category.”
Oh my gosh, I’m still reeling! She actually said she’s grateful to the Academy – can you believe it?! Forty years! Forty years since her first nomination for TWICE IN A LIFETIME, and she never thought this would happen again! It’s just… everything! And she talked about Aunt Gladys! She said seeing everyone fall in love with Aunt Gladys has been one of the greatest joys of her life! I knew everyone would love her! She’s so humble, saying she’s honored just to be nominated alongside those other amazing actresses. Seriously, I’m crying. This is everything I’ve ever wanted for her!
Maggie was thrilled when the movie based on her book received a Best Picture nomination, calling the news “astonishing and joyous.”
She expressed her gratitude to the Academy for the nominations, acknowledging the hard work and talent of everyone involved in Hamnet. She admitted that while writing the book, she never imagined it would receive such recognition, and feels like she’s dreaming.
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