History of Teyana Taylor in Timeline

Teyana Taylor is a multifaceted American entertainer known for her work as a singer, songwriter, actress, model, dancer, choreographer, and director. She began her career choreographing for Beyoncé before signing with Star Trak Entertainment. She gained early notoriety through MTV's *My Super Sweet 16* and her debut single, "Google Me." Taylor further rose to prominence with uncredited appearances on Kanye West's *My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy*. Later, she joined West's GOOD Music label, solidifying her position in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: Started Dating Iman Shumpert

In 2013, Teyana Taylor began dating basketball player Iman Shumpert.

2015: Assisted in Delivery of Baby Girl

In 2015, Iman Shumpert assisted in the delivery of their baby girl after Teyana Taylor went into early labor.

September 20, 2016: Implied Secret Marriage

On September 20, 2016, Teyana Taylor implied on The Wendy Williams Show that she and Iman Shumpert had "maybe" married secretly.

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October 1, 2016: Wedding to Iman Shumpert

On October 1, 2016, Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert officially got married, about two weeks after an interview where she hinted at a possible secret marriage.

June 12, 2020: Confirmed Second Pregnancy

On June 12, 2020, Teyana Taylor confirmed her second pregnancy in the music video for her single "Wake Up Love".

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2022: Winner of The Masked Singer

In 2022, Teyana Taylor, as "Firefly," won season seven of The Masked Singer, becoming the youngest winner at 31 years old.

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September 17, 2023: Announced Separation from Iman Shumpert

On September 17, 2023, Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert announced their separation, with Taylor revealing on Instagram that they had been separated for months.

2024: Divorce Finalized

In 2024, Teyana Taylor’s divorce from Iman Shumpert was finalized.

August 2025: Underwent Vocal Cord Surgery

In August 2025, Teyana Taylor underwent surgery to remove a noncancerous growth in her vocal cords.

August 2025: Held in Contempt of Court

In August 2025, Teyana Taylor was held in contempt of court for violating her divorce judgment and was ordered to pay $70,000 in legal fees to Iman Shumpert's lawyers.