Teyana Taylor addressed an incident where she was reportedly pushed by a security guard during the 2026 Oscars ceremony. A video captured the actress confronting the man as she navigated through the crowd at the Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
Expressing her frustration, Teyana accused the security guard on the red carpet of manhandling her. In a heated moment, she emphasized, “You do not put your hands on a female. That’s very rude.” Teyana further stated, “You don’t put your hands on a female… He literally shoved me!” Following the incident, Teyana, aged 35, emphasized her stance against disrespect.
In a statement to TMZ, Teyana downplayed the situation, attributing it to overzealous security measures. Despite missing out on an award for her performance in “One Battle After Another,” where she starred alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, Teyana made a stunning appearance at the Oscars in a stylish Chanel gown.
After the awards ceremony, a confrontation ensued as Teyana sought to join her co-stars for a photo. TMZ reported that a security guard attempted to halt her progress, leading to physical contact. The incident quickly gained attention online, with fans supporting Teyana’s response to the situation.
In a response to Variety, the security firm involved acknowledged the altercation and expressed regret over the escalated situation. Teyana, who was nominated for Best Actress, ultimately lost the award to Amy Madigan for her role in “Weapons.” The ceremony also saw moments of mixed reactions from viewers towards Teyana’s gestures during the announcement of the winners.