Teyana Taylor was allegedly shoved by a security guard at the Dolby Theatre during the 2026 Academy Awards. The incident occurred as Taylor attempted to get on stage for a group photo after being nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in One Battle After Another.
Despite her nomination, Taylor did not win an Oscar, as One Battle After Another secured six Oscars, including Best Picture. The incident has drawn significant attention, particularly as Taylor expressed her anger towards the security guard, stating, “He literally shoved me.” At 35 years old, this marked Taylor’s first Academy Award nomination.
Following the incident, Taylor voiced her frustration, saying, “I just don’t tolerate disrespect—especially when it’s unwarranted and it’s unprovoked.” Her reaction to losing the Oscar also sparked a social media frenzy, with some critics describing her response as an “overkill performance.”
The Academy issued a statement expressing their upset over Taylor’s experience, emphasizing that such behavior is unacceptable. Academy representatives noted, “We have made it clear to them that this behavior is not acceptable.” Meanwhile, Security Industry Specialists, Inc. characterized the incident as “incidental contact.”
In addition to her Oscar nomination, Taylor previously received a Golden Globe for her role in One Battle After Another. As of now, there have been no comments from Taylor’s representatives regarding the incident, and details remain unconfirmed.
