Former NBA champion Iman Shumpert has spoken out about his ex-wife Teyana Taylor’s growing success, and his response has surprised many fans. Despite their turbulent split, Shumpert showed nothing but pride when asked about Taylor’s recent achievements.
Teyana has been having a breakthrough year in Hollywood. Her performance in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” (2025) earned her a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress and an Academy Award nomination. During a short interview with TMZ Sports, Shumpert didn’t hesitate to praise her.
“She did well,” he said with a smile. “She did well, for sure.”
The former Cleveland Cavaliers guard also shared that their co-parenting relationship is in a good place. Their daughters, Iman “Junie” Tayla and Rue Rose, are thriving, and both parents are keeping things positive for their sake.
Shumpert and Taylor were married for eight years before Taylor filed for divorce in 2023. Their separation was filled with public conflict, and at one point Taylor requested jail time and financial penalties against Shumpert. His attorney strongly denied those allegations. But based on Shumpert’s latest remarks, tensions between the two appear to have calmed.
However, Shumpert is also making headlines for another reason. A viral video shows him interrupting an interview to kiss a woman, sparking rumors that she may be his new wife or girlfriend. The moment caused a stir online, with some critics claiming his behavior during the interview was exactly why Taylor left him.
Even with the drama, one thing is clear:
Iman Shumpert still respects Teyana Taylor’s talent and is proud of what she has accomplished.