Teyana Taylor recently shared her experiences about being often misunderstood as a Black woman. In a cover story for Allure, she addressed how misconceptions stem from her appearance.
The entertainer explained that her strong features and androgynous look can intimidate people. At 35, Taylor said, “I don’t get a lot of grace. They treat me like I’m tough when I’m really a princess. I am just a girl.”
This challenge is not unique to Taylor; many Black women encounter similar stereotypes. Taylor mentioned, “We’re Superwoman all the time. When do we ever get to take our cape off?” She conveyed this sentiment during her Golden Globes speech, urging Black women to embrace their softness.
In the interview, Taylor compared herself to an egg, with a hard exterior but a soft inside. She said her default response is love, but negative perceptions online can still hurt her.
Taylor’s dedication was recognized in June when she received the Icon of the Year Award at the 2026 BET Awards. Janet Jackson presented the award. In her speech, Taylor expressed her gratitude, acknowledging her two-decade-long effort. “Tonight they handed me a title, and that title is Icon of the Year,” she declared.
Despite earlier doubts about embracing the title, Taylor confidently accepted with gratitude, emphasizing her relentless hard work.
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