Teyana Taylor Bio: Husband, Net Worth, Age, Height, Children, Parents, Movies, Songs, TV Shows

Biography

Teyana Taylor, born Teyana Me Shay Jacqueli Shumpert on December 10, 1990, in Harlem, New York, is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, actress, dancer, and choreographer. She sometimes addresses herself as Jimmy Neutch.

She first gained recognition in 2007 on MTV’s My Super Sweet 16 before signing with Pharrell Williams’ Star Trak Entertainment. Taylor rose to fame with her 2014 hit Maybe and debut album VII, earning praise for her artistry.

She has collaborated with major artists like Kanye West, contributing to his 2018 album Ye and starring in the iconic Fade music video. Beyond music, she has appeared in films like Stomp the Yard 2: Homecoming and The After Party while making waves in fashion and culture.

Married to former NBA player Iman Shumpert since 2016, she is also a dedicated mother of two.

American singer-songwriter and actress
Teyana Taylor
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Teyana Me Shay Jacqueli Shumpert
Stage Name:	Teyana Taylor, Jimmy Neutch
Born:	10 December 1990 (age 34 years old)
Place of Birth:	Harlem, New York, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	N/A
Height:	163 cm
Parents:	Nikki Taylor, Tito Smith
Siblings:	N/A
Spouse:	Iman Shumpert (m. 2016–2023)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Colin Kaepernick (2013 – 2014), Kyrie Irving (2013), Kevin Durant (2011), Drake (2009), Chad Johnson, Soulja Boy (2009), Daniel Gibson (2008 – 2009), A$AP Rocky (2006 – 2007), Brandon Jennings (2011 – 2014)
Children:	Rue Rose Shumpert, Iman “Junie” Tayla Shumpert Jr.
Occupation:	Actress • Singer
Net Worth:	$5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Teyana Taylor was born on December 10, 1990, in Harlem, New York City, New York. She is of African-American and Trinidadian descent, reflecting her rich cultural heritage.

While Taylor has not publicly detailed her religious beliefs, her upbringing in Harlem—a neighbourhood known for its vibrant African-American community—likely shaped her identity and artistic expression.

She was raised by her single mother, Nikki Taylor, who also served as her manager during her early career, fostering her talents from a young age and her father, Tito Smith. Teyana has no known siblings, making her the sole focus of her mother’s support and guidance.

Growing up in Harlem, she was immersed in a creative environment surrounded by music, dance, and street culture, which heavily influenced her multifaceted career.

Details about Teyana Taylor’s formal education are scarce, as her career in entertainment began to take off in her mid-teens. She attended high school in New York but left to pursue her professional ambitions full-time after gaining recognition.

Her early exposure to the entertainment industry came through her natural talents in singing and dancing rather than a traditional academic path, setting the stage for her breakout moment on MTV’s My Super Sweet 16 in 2007.

Career

Teyana Taylor‘s career is a fusion of music, dance, acting, and choreography, showcasing her versatility. She first gained attention in 2007 at 16 when her lavish birthday party aired on My Super Sweet 16.

She signed with Pharrell Williams’ Star Trak Entertainment that same year, launching her music career with the 2008 single Google Me. However, her choreography work on Beyoncé’s Ring the Alarm first highlighted her dance skills.

Her breakthrough came in 2014 with her debut album VII under Kanye West’s GOOD Music, featuring the hit Maybe. She later became a key collaborator on West’s Ye album and gained global recognition, starring in his Fade music video.

In 2018, she released K.T.S.E. (Keep That Same Energy), praised for songs like Gonna Love Me and Rose in Harlem, though she expressed frustrations with its rollout. Parting ways with GOOD Music in 2020, she dropped The Album independently, featuring Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, and Rick Ross, which debuted at No. 8 on the Billboard 200.

Taylor has also built a strong acting career, starring in films like Stomp the Yard 2: Homecoming (2010), The After Party (2018), and A Thousand and One (2023), earning critical acclaim for her dramatic roles. She and her husband, Iman Shumpert, documented their life in VH1’s Teyana & Iman (2018).

Beyond entertainment, she launched the Fade 2 Fit fitness program and other business ventures. In 2021, she announced a step back from music to focus on acting and family, solidifying her legacy as a multi-hyphenate powerhouse.

Social Media

• Wikipedia: Teyana Taylor
• Facebook: Teyana Taylor
• IMDb: Teyana Taylor
• Instagram: Jimmy Neutch (@teyanataylor)
• TikTok: JIMMY NEUTCH (@teyanastaylor)
• YouTube: Teyana Taylor

Personal Life

Teyana Taylor is 34 years old, born on December 10, 1990. She has been married once, to former NBA player Iman Shumpert.

The couple began dating in 2014 and welcomed their first child, a daughter named Iman “Junie” Tayla Shumpert Jr., on December 16, 2015, before tying the knot on October 1, 2016. Their second daughter, Rue Rose Shumpert, arrived on September 6, 2020.

Their relationship was highlighted in the VH1 reality series Teyana & Iman (2018), but they announced their separation in September 2023, emphasizing their commitment to co-parenting amicably.

Taylor stands at 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm) tall, a stature that enhances her dynamic presence as a performer. Her dating history includes several high-profile relationships and engagements. She was engaged to NBA player Brandon Jennings from 2011 to 2014, though the relationship ended before marriage.

She has also been romantically linked to Chad Johnson, Soulja Boy (2009), Daniel Gibson (2008–2009), and A$AP Rocky (2006–2007).

Additionally, Taylor has had rumoured encounters with Colin Kaepernick (2013–2014), Kyrie Irving (2013), Kevin Durant (2011), and Drake (2009), the latter sparked by her appearance in his “Best I Ever Had” video, though none were officially confirmed.

Net Worth

Teyana Taylor‘s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million. This fortune reflects her successful career as a singer, songwriter, actress, dancer, and choreographer, with income from hit albums like VII and The Album, acting roles in films such as A Thousand and One, and ventures like her Fade 2 Fit workout program.

Her wealth was boosted by a 2024 divorce settlement from Iman Shumpert, which included a seven-figure payment and properties valued at over $10 million. Taylor’s diverse talents and entrepreneurial efforts continue to drive her financial success.

Discography

Albums

1. VII (2014) – Debut studio album, released under GOOD Music/Def Jam Recordings.
   • Notable tracks: “Maybe” (feat. Pusha T & Yo Gotti), “Do Not Disturb” (feat. Chris Brown).
2. K.T.S.E. (Keep That Same Energy) (2018) – Second studio album, part of GOOD Music’s Wyoming sessions.
   • Notable tracks: “Gonna Love Me,” “Rose in Harlem.”
3. The Album (2020) – Third studio album, released independently.
   • Notable tracks: “Wake Up Love” (feat. Iman Shumpert), “Made It,” “Bare Wit Me.”

Mixtapes & EPs

1. The Misunderstanding of Teyana Taylor (2012) – Mixtape.
2. The Cassette Tape 1994 (2015) – EP.

Singles (Selected)

• “Google Me” (2008) – Debut single.
• “Maybe” (2014) – Lead single from VII.
• “Gonna Love Me” (2018) – From K.T.S.E., later remixed with Wu-Tang Clan members.
• “How You Want It?” (feat. King Combs) (2019).
• “Made It” / “Bare Wit Me” (2020) – Dual single release from The Album.

Collaborations & Features

• Kanye West – “Fade” (2016) – Featured artist and starred in the music video.
• Kanye West – Ye (2018) – Contributed vocals and creative input.
• Various artists – Appeared on tracks like “Sin City” from GOOD Music’s Cruel Summer (2012).

Filmography

Movies

• Stomp the Yard 2: Homecoming (2010) – Role: Rena.
• Madea’s Big Happy Family (2011) – Role: Sabrina.
• Gang of Roses 2: Next Generation (2012) – Role: Unknown.
• Cruel Summer (2012) – Short film by Kanye West, role unspecified.
• The Love Section (2013) – Role: Steph.
• Brotherly Love (2015) – Role: Zip.
• The Breaks (2016) – TV movie, Role: Imani X.
• The After Party (2018) – Role: Blasia.
• Honey: Rise Up and Dance (2018) – Role: Skyler.
• Coming 2 America (2021) – Role: Bopoto.
• A Thousand and One (2023) – Role: Inez de la Paz – Critically acclaimed performance.
• White Men Can’t Jump (2023) – Role: Imani.

TV Shows

• My Super Sweet 16 (2007) – Featured in Season 4, Episode 2.
• The Breaks (2017) – Series regular as Imani X (1 episode).
• Hit the Floor (2018) – Recurring role as London Scott (4 episodes).
• Teyana & Iman (2018) – Reality series with Iman Shumpert (8 episodes).
• We Got Love Teyana & Iman (2021) – Reality series sequel (8 episodes).

Music Videos (Selected Appearances)

• Beyoncé – “Ring the Alarm” (2006) – Choreography and cameo.
• Drake – “Best I Ever Had” (2009) – Cameo.
• Kanye West – “Fade” (2016) – Lead role and dancer.
• Lil Durk – “Home Body” (2018) – Cameo.

Choreography & Dance

• Choreographed for artists like Beyoncé (“Ring the Alarm”) and featured as a dancer in numerous projects.
• Launched Fade 2 Fit (2017) – A dance-based fitness program tied to her “Fade” video success.

Directing

• Directed music videos such as “Bare Wit Me” (2020) and “Wake Up Love” (2020) from The Album.