As Teyana Taylor made the decision to leave the music industry behind for her love of filmmaking, she encountered a myriad of suggestions, advice, and warnings. She spoke about the praise she received for her talents in both singing and acting, revealing that the music industry made her feel so isolated and unsupported that she was forced to announce her retirement on December 4, 2020. Despite facing adversity as a Black musician, Teyana's notable achievements on the Billboard charts, including her appearance in Kanye West's video "Fade" which premiered at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards, solidified her position in the industry. Her 2020 album, "The Album," secured the eighth position on the Billboard 200 while debuting at number one on Top R&B Albums.
In an interview with The Times for its Women of the Year profile, the star of "One Battle After Another" said, "Everybody told me it was dumb. And I was like, 'No, I am going to be a great actress. One day, I am going to be a great director.'" And she proved them wrong as her acting portfolio includes films like "Coming 2 America," "White Men Can't Jump," and "A Thousand and One." It is pertinent to mention that Teyana's role as Perfidia Beverly Hills in "One Battle After Another" has earned her an Oscar nod for Best Supporting Actress. It is her first Oscar nomination.
In this journey of self-discovery and artistic pursuit, Teyana Taylor has not only shown resilience but also demonstrated her dedication to pursuing her passions.
