Teyana Taylor Named Time Woman
Teyana Taylor was named one of Time Magazine's Women of the Year for 2026, recognizing her artistry, influence, and impact across music, film, and fashion. The honor places her among a select group of global changemakers, cementing her status as a multi-hyphenate creative force beyond just music.
The honor comes amid a triumphant awards season for Taylor, who recently won a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress and is a frontrunner for the Academy Award in the same category for her role in "One Battle After Another." This follows her critically acclaimed performance in the 2023 film "A Thousand and One," for which she won the National Board of Review Award for Breakthrough Performance. Taylor's influence extends behind the camera as well. Her all-female production company, The Aunties, which she co-founded with her partner Coco, handles comprehensive creative direction for major artists. The company has overseen everything from choreography to styling for musicians like Summer Walker, Lil Baby, and most recently, NBA YoungBoy's arena tour. This recognition marks a significant turn after Taylor announced a temporary retirement from music in 2020, citing a feeling of being underappreciated by her record label. Many in her circle called the move "dumb," but Taylor was determined to prove her capabilities as an actress and director. She made a powerful return to music in 2025 with the Grammy-nominated R&B album "Escape Room." Taylor has also expanded her creative portfolio by enrolling in culinary school and is set to make her feature film directorial debut with "Get Lite," starring Storm Reid. Taylor joins a list of 15 other influential women on the 2026 TIME list, including actor Lucy Liu, filmmaker Chloé Zhao, and Ulta Beauty CEO Kecia Steelman.
