Teyana Taylor is an American singer‑songwriter, dancer, actress, and model who first gained prominence as a backup vocalist for Kanye West's label GOOD Music. Since releasing her debut album VII in 2014, she's become known for her powerful R&B vocals, bold visual style, and dynamic stage presence. Beyond music, Taylor has appeared in films such as The Incredible Jessica James and One Battle After Another - the latter landing her an Academy Award Nomination. She's also celebrated for her choreography work, fitness advocacy, and fashion collaborations, establishing herself as a multifaceted talent in contemporary pop culture.
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All's Fair (2025)
Starring as Milan
(6 episodes)
- Episode 1x08: Oh, Jesus! (Dec 9, 2025)
- Episode 1x07: Letting Go (Dec 2, 2025)
- Episode 1x05: This Is Me Trying (Nov 18, 2025)
- Episode 1x03: I Want Revenge (Nov 4, 2025)
- Episode 1x02: When We Were Young (Nov 4, 2025)
- Episode 1x01: Pilot (Nov 4, 2025)
Today with Jenna & Friends (2025)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(2 episodes)
- Episode 1x157: Ciara, Kelly Clarkson, Keke Palmer, Idina Menzel, Teyana Taylor (Aug 20, 2025)
- Episode 1x102: Halle Berry, Teyana Taylor, Renée Elise Goldsberry (Jun 4, 2025)
Live with Kelly & Mark (2023)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 4x48: Teyana Taylor, Brittany Snow (Nov 6, 2025)
The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(2 episodes)
- Episode 4x61: Teyana Taylor (Dec 15, 2025)
- Episode 4x07: Teyana Taylor, Regina Hall, Chase Infiniti (Sep 23, 2025)
CBS Mornings (2021)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(2 episodes)
- Episode 2025-12-19: Michael Crawford, Aubrey O'Day, Teyana Taylor (Dec 19, 2025)
- Episode 2023-03-29: Cast of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," Lena Waithe, Teyana Taylor, Rob Manfred, Olivia Pichardo (Mar 29, 2023)
We Got Love Teyana & Iman (2021)
Starring as Teyana Taylor
(6 episodes)
- Episode 1x06: School's In Session (Sep 1, 2021)
- Episode 1x05: A Family Emergency (Aug 25, 2021)
- Episode 1x04: Welcome to Miami (Aug 25, 2021)
- Episode 1x03: A Baby and Bunny On The Way (Aug 18, 2021)
- Episode 1x02: Coming 2 Party (Aug 18, 2021)
- Episode 1x01: Meet the Shumperts (Jun 20, 2021)
Tamron Hall (2019)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(2 episodes)
- Episode 5x75: Teyana Taylor, RJ Cyler (Jan 9, 2024)
- Episode 4x140: Teyana Taylor, Harry Shum Jr. (Apr 3, 2023)
The Masked Singer (2019)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 7x11: Season Finale: I'm Team Good, Thanks for Masking (May 18, 2022)
Today 3rd Hour (2018)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 2025-09-23: Zachary Quinto, Teyana Taylor, Chef Jordan Frosolone (Sep 23, 2025)
Teyana & Iman (2018)
Starring as Teyana Taylor
(6 episodes)
- Episode 1x06: Through Thick and Thin (Apr 30, 2018)
- Episode 1x05: Best Foot Forward (Apr 23, 2018)
- Episode 1x04: You Better Werk (Apr 16, 2018)
- Episode 1x03: Vote for Bae (Apr 9, 2018)
- Episode 1x02: All About Junie (Apr 2, 2018)
- Episode 1x01: Meet the Shumperts (Mar 26, 2018)
Star (2016)
Guest starring as Joyce Sheree
(2 episodes)
- Episode 2x07: Ghetto Symphony (Nov 29, 2017)
- Episode 2x06: Faking It (Nov 15, 2017)
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(3 episodes)
- Episode 2026-01-14: Laura Dern, Teyana Taylor, Emily Bader, Tom Blyth (Jan 14, 2026)
- Episode 2025-09-23: Leonardo DiCaprio, Benicio Del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Kate McKinnon, Erykah Badu (Sep 23, 2025)
- Episode 2018-09-12: Daniel Radcliffe, Matt Czuchry, Teyana Taylor (Sep 12, 2018)
Watch What Happens Live (2009)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 22x151: Teyana Taylor, Tony Goldwyn (Sep 24, 2025)
America's Best Dance Crew (2008)
Starring as Judge
(6 episodes)
- Episode 8x06: VMA Pre-Party Finale (Aug 29, 2015)
- Episode 8x05: The Semifinals (Aug 26, 2015)
- Episode 8x04: Crews' Control (Aug 19, 2015)
- Episode 8x03: VMA Fashion (Aug 12, 2015)
- Episode 8x02: VMA Icons (Aug 5, 2015)
- Episode 8x01: All-Star Showdown (Jul 29, 2015)
Live from E! (2007)
Guest starring as Interviewed
(2 episodes)
- Episode 2026-01-11: The E! Golden Globes Awards 2026 (Jan 11, 2026)
- Episode 2026-01-04: The E! Critics' Choice Awards Red Carpet 2026 (Jan 4, 2026)
BET Hip Hop Awards (2006)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 2024-10-15: BET Hip Hop Awards 2024 (Oct 15, 2024)
Made in Hollywood (2005)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 18x28: Murder Mystery 2; Tetris; Spinning Gold (Apr 1, 2023)
Jimmy Kimmel Live (2003)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(3 episodes)
- Episode 2025-12-08: Quinta Brunson, Teyana Taylor, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, John Legend (Dec 8, 2025)
- Episode 2023-11-29: Eddie Murphy, Teyana Taylor, Mitch Rowland (Nov 29, 2023)
- Episode 2023-03-23: Jeff Goldblum, Teyana Taylor, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra (Mar 23, 2023)
The View (1997)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 29x37: Jonathan Karl, Kim Kardashian, Niecy Nash-Betts and Teyana Taylor (Oct 28, 2025)
Good Morning America (1975)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(2 episodes)
- Episode 2025-10-28: Kim Kardashian, Niecy Nash-Betts, Naomi Watts, Sarah Paulson, Teyana Taylor, Sheryl Crow (Oct 28, 2025)
- Episode 2024-01-08: Sterling K. Brown, Teyana Taylor, Jonathan Majors (Jan 8, 2024)
Saturday Night Live (1975)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 51x11: Teyana Taylor / Geese (Jan 24, 2026)
Grammy Awards (1959)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 2026-02-01: The 68th Annual Grammy Awards (Feb 1, 2026)
Today (1952)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
(2 episodes)
- Episode 2026-01-15: Jason Momoa, Marcello Hernández, Teyana Taylor (Jan 15, 2026)
- Episode 2025-09-15: Cast of "One Battle After Another" (Sep 15, 2025)
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (1948)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 2025-11-27: Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025 (Nov 27, 2025)
Golden Globe Awards (1944)
Guest starring as Teyana Taylor
- Episode 2026-01-11: The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards (Jan 11, 2026)