Teyana Taylor’s Oscars Date Turns Into Family Showdown You Won’t Believe!

Teyana Taylor is riding high on her first Oscar nomination, but the celebration has sparked a playful family rivalry. The 35-year-old star, nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the upcoming 98th Academy Awards on March 15, revealed that her mother and grandmother are both vying to be her date for Hollywood’s biggest night.

A Career Milestone

Taylor earned her nomination for her role as Perfidia Beverly Hills in the 2025 drama One Battle After Another. The recognition marks a major milestone for the multi-talented performer, who has seamlessly transitioned from music to acting.

The Emotional Announcement

Speaking to PEOPLE, Taylor recalled the moment her name was announced. Because nominations are read alphabetically, she was one of the last names called. The suspense left her stunned, and when she finally heard it, she screamed so much that she lost her voice for nearly five days. Her mother had a similar reaction. Taylor explained that her mom, who has asthma, often goes into “protective mode” when her daughter’s career hits new highs. “She has to calm herself down,” Taylor said, noting the emotional weight of the moment for her family.

The Family Rivalry

Now, with the Oscars just weeks away, Taylor faces a lighthearted dilemma: choosing between her mom and her grandmother as her red-carpet companion. “Well, right now my mom and Nana, they’re fighting over who’s going to come,” she joked. “Nana’s like, ‘I want to go to the Oscars!’ My mom is like, ‘I want to go to the Oscars!’ We going to see.”

Looking Ahead

Regardless of who wins the coveted spot at her side, Taylor’s nomination is already a victory. Her journey from music stages to film sets has been marked by resilience and creativity, and her Oscars debut promises to be one of the most memorable nights of her career.