A Look Back at Teyana Taylor's Dating History

From her marriage to Iman Shumpert to her relationship with Aaron Pierre, here's a recap of the actress' past relationships.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 10:40pm

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Teyana Taylor, the Oscar-nominated actress, has kept her personal life private despite her time in the spotlight. After splitting from her ex-husband Iman Shumpert in 2023, Taylor was most recently linked to actor Aaron Pierre. The article takes a look back at Taylor's dating history, including her past relationships with Brandon Jennings and her marriage to Shumpert.

Why it matters

As a high-profile celebrity, Taylor's relationships have been a topic of public interest. This article provides insight into her dating history and her efforts to maintain privacy in her personal life, which is an important consideration for many public figures.

The details

Teyana Taylor's first public relationship was with former basketball player Brandon Jennings, whom she dated and was engaged to until 2013. Their relationship ended on a sour note, with Taylor revealing that Jennings was dating her close friend at the time. Taylor then married NBA player Iman Shumpert in 2016, and the couple had two daughters together before announcing their separation in 2023. Following her divorce, Taylor was most recently linked to actor Aaron Pierre, with the pair making their red carpet debut in 2025.

  • Taylor and Jennings dated until 2013.
  • Taylor and Shumpert married in 2016 and separated in 2023.
  • Taylor and Pierre were first spotted together in February 2025 and made their relationship Instagram official in June 2025.
  • Taylor and Shumpert's divorce was finalized in July 2024.
  • Taylor opened up about her relationship with Shumpert in a January 2026 interview with Vanity Fair.

The players

Teyana Taylor

An Oscar-nominated actress who has kept her personal life private despite her time in the spotlight.

Iman Shumpert

Taylor's ex-husband, a former NBA player, with whom she had two children.

Brandon Jennings

Taylor's first public relationship, a former basketball player whom she dated and was engaged to until 2013.

Aaron Pierre

Taylor's most recent reported relationship, an actor who she was linked to in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“One thing about me is, I've always been very, very, shy and private. People may think, 'Oh, well, you had a TV show,' but that just means you're going to see what you're going to see, but it doesn't take away the private person that I am. I show you what I choose to show you.”

— Teyana Taylor

“I was a rookie, she was young coming into herself, nothing [happened]. I didn't have the tools, the understanding of what a woman would want at the time.”

— Brandon Jennings

“Divorce, to me, is you're grieving the death of a living being. I think once children are involved, you understand the importance of really still having to show up for each other. At least for the next 18 years, and being the best co-parents that we can be.”

— Teyana Taylor

“Being on the red carpet with Teyana was a joy. And so easy to do because I was supporting someone who I love. Anything that feels right feels easy.”

— Aaron Pierre

The takeaway

Teyana Taylor's dating history highlights her efforts to maintain privacy in her personal life, even as a high-profile celebrity. Her candid comments about the importance of co-parenting and the challenges of divorce provide insight into her approach to relationships and family.