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Teyana Taylor and Aaron Pierre first sparked dating rumours in February 2025 after attending the 15% pledge gala where Lathey’ve shared a rare glimpse of their romance through creative collaboration and screams on social media. This is Taylor’s first public relationship since his divorce from Iman Shumpert, who shares two daughters.
Teyana Taylor and Aaron Pierre are currently one of Hollywood’s hottest couples. The multi-hyphenate New York native and British actor first sparked dating rumors when he was discovered in LA’s 15% pledge gala in February, people reported.
Since then, they have appeared at public events together, cheated on social media and talked a bit about their relationship in interviews. Pierre also starred in Taylor’s Escape Room short film, which was dropped on August 23rd, the day after the album of the singer of the same name was released. For Taylor, this marks her first public romance. Iman Shumpert is divorced. Iman Shumpert shares five-year-old Rue Rose with his daughter, nine-year-old Iman “June” Teira.
Taylor and Pierre have kept their relationship pretty much private, but with a bit of a glimpse into their connection, they have attracted the attention of fans. First, read how their love story unfolds.
February 2025
February 1st
Pierre and Taylor attended the 15% Pledge Gala at Paramount Studios in Los Angeles the following day. The Rebel actor shared a photo featuring Taylor and Instagram Carousel. They posed in two photos with Kelly Roland and Emma Grede, and were captured as talking closely to each other in the third snapshot.
February 17th
At the honours of the American Black Film Festival, Taylor and Pierre were discovered chatting all night long, Essence reported. The two also won the Rising Star Award at the event.
March 2025
March 2nd
The duo enjoyed the Vanity Fair’s annual Oscar Party and took photos with Niecy Nash and his wife Jessica Betts. While Pierre wore a black tuxedo, Taylor turned his head in a thin red gown featuring a cutout and a necklace of statements.
March 3rd
Taylor settled the relationship and shared a gallery of black and white photographs of the duo from the night before. “Black and white Oscar night, there is no grey area.
May 2025
Taylor teased her new album and short film “Escape Room” in the trailer that was dropped on May 30th. In the clip, she swears to Lakes Stanfield for her character exchange.
June 2025
June 7th
Taylor celebrated Pierre’s 31st birthday with a sweet Instagram tribute. She shared a photo of the pair smiling together and staring into each other’s eyes. She said, “We cheer for 30 people and welcome more victories around the sun. Pierre responded in a comment, saying, “Now, always. Thank you Tay🌹.”
June 10th
Pierre rolled up the photos from his gorgeous birthday dinner party. In the photo, the actor and his friends sit around a large tablescape, featuring candles and flower centerpieces, and glasses up for toast. Pierre also shared a cozy photo of herself with Taylor. “Thank you, Tay! You’ve put together a beautiful day. You’re one of us. I’m deeply grateful,” he wrote.
June 29th
Taylor and Pierre won a bet award at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles as Taylor rocked a white lace-up dress and Pierre wore an all-black suit.
July 2025
July 10th
While advertising the escape room, Taylor spoke to her complex about her dynamic with Pierre. She added that the Mufasa star is supporting her vision and that the project “it feels good that someone is passionate and serious.” “He’s very kind,” she continued. “It can help me feel warm, safe and not get into survival mode.”
July 21st
The couple spent a casual date night and attended a Broadway musical Chicago production at the Ambassador Theatre in New York City. They took photos behind the scenes and showed off their Playville program.
August 2025
August 20th
Taylor celebrated her escape room album and short film release at a New York party. She and Pierre wear graphic design black shirts in dark pants and gold chains, but lined up as the actor hugs her.
August 22nd
At the Amazon music premiere of Taylor’s Escape Room Short Film, the pair took part in a panel hosted by filmmaker Lena Weihe. Pierre opened up about his main goals while working on the project with Taylor. “First and for me, it was always about serving Teyana, serving her vision, serving her visionary spirit, her artistry and creativity,” he said, holding Taylor’s hand. “I’m sure everyone knows this, but I have to say that, Teyana is really one of them.”
Just like on the August 20th outing, Taylor and Pierre wore graphic tee and loose olive green pants, dressed in event-matching outfits. They posed for the photo opp and held two vinyls from the album with different cover art.
September 2025
September 16th
They debuted the red carpet as a couple at the London premiere of Taylor’s film. Taylor was surprised with a woodewag ensemble from ab baring, featuring a matching skirt, a black bra top and a gray floor-length trench coat with a balaclava. Meanwhile, Pierre was wearing a blue Navy boss suit.
September 22nd
When appearing on the Sheri Shepherds talk show, Taylor said that her romance with Pierre “feels nice.” She then offered some relationship advice: “The most important thing is, wherever you come from, whether it’s a heartbreak, I think the best thing is to be willing to love armor,” she said. “If you build a wall, I think it will hinder your blessings. She added:
