Teyana Taylor reveals she is prepping an Oscar speech: 'Just in case'

Teyana Taylor is a woman of many talents. From making her mark as a singer and dancer to stepping into the world of acting, she has never been someone who does things halfway. Many know her from her music career, but in recent years, she has been turning heads with her performances on the big screen, most notably with her deeply praised role in 'A Thousand and One.' Now, with her nomination for 'One Battle After Another,' Teyana has firmly established herself as a serious force in Hollywood, and the industry is taking notice.

Teyana is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'One Battle After Another.' It is a nomination that has had the entire entertainment world buzzing, and rightfully so. With the Oscars just around the corner, the excitement around her has been impossible to ignore, and seeing her in this moment feels like watching someone on the edge of something truly big.




Spotted at the famous Mr. Chow restaurant in Los Angeles during a pre-Oscars party on Thursday, she revealed she is writing a speech "just in case" her name gets called on Sunday night. The nerves are clearly real, but so is the excitement. According to TMZ, she also gave a hilarious impression of what it would look like if she walked up on stage with absolutely nothing prepared, and honestly, that alone sounds like a must-watch moment. Only Teyana could make even the idea of an unprepared acceptance speech entertaining.

Teyana has already won a Golden Globe for this very same role earlier this season. That win alone proved that her performance in 'One Battle After Another' left a serious mark on audiences and everyone watching across the industry. So heading into the Oscars, she is not exactly a newcomer to the awards stage this season. She knows what it feels like to hold a trophy and deliver a speech in front of a room full of Hollywood's biggest names.

A tough race ahead

But the Oscar race is a whole different level of competition. The Best Supporting Actress category this year is packed with serious talent. Teyana is going up against Amy Madigan, Wunmi Mosaku, Elle Fanning, and Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas. Any one of them could walk away with the win on Sunday night, which is exactly why Teyana is keeping that speech close and her expectations in check.

The Oscars air Sunday, March 15, so let's see if that "just in case" speech gets its big moment!Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”