Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert Are Still ‘Best of Friends’
Teyana Taylor and Iman Shumpert’s long-standing relationship has recently encountered a surprising turn, as she revealed that the two are parting ways after a decade together.
The 33-year-old ex-NBA player’s connection with Taylor and their family life was featured on the VH1 series Teyana and Iman in 2018. They returned to reality television in 2021 with the E! reality series We Got Love Teyana & Iman, but both series had only one season.
The 32-year-old singer and actress made a public statement on Instagram this past Sunday, confirming that infidelity was not the reason for their separation. The former couple share two beautiful daughters, 7-year-old “Junie” Tayla Shumpert Jr. and 3-year-old Rue Rose Shumpert.
Taylor uploaded a throwback picture of the two dressed as characters from the Wayne’s World film on Instagram.
“Iman and I are separated and have been for a while. To be 1000% clear, “infidelity” ain’t one of the reasons for our departure.” Taylor continued, “We are still the best of friends, great business partners and are one hell of a team when it comes to co-parenting our 2 beautiful children.”
Taylor stated that keeping her relationship private is what has allowed them to separate without creating drama online. “Most importantly, we are FAMILY & in the 10yrs together, 7yrs married we ain’t ever played with or about THAT,” she elaborated in her post.
Taylor added, “The only reason I’m even sharing THIS part of the chat is because the narratives are getting a little out of hand & it’s unfair to all parties involved. I hope this provided some clarity for y’all.”
They are known for frequently expressing their affection for one another on social media. In March, Shumpert made an appreciation post in regards to Taylor’s hard work in her latest film, “A Thousand And One.”
“A thousand and one times I watched you practice in your mirrors…watched you chase after dreams so much you forgot the money–I didn’t find that beautiful until I saw how you wore it…’ Taylor stated in her post.
Furthermore, Shumpert elaborated, “Queen this moment is all the more beautiful with the two we made to witness it all as your bodyguards on this carpet. There’s not enough roses I could get you to tell you how proud of you I am.”
Taylor thanked him in the comments. “Thank you babyyyyyyyy!Love you always happy to make you proud My love.”
Fans took to social media to express their shock at the latest news.
Teyana taylor and iman shumpert too?? pic.twitter.com/yhoGCRUwh0
— perry (@3d1thputhy) September 19, 2023
Where do you go after TEYANA Taylor ??
— Coop 💙 (@Cooper__Rose) September 18, 2023
Iman Shumpert has not made any statements about their separation.
