Teyana Taylor defends losing Oscars reaction: ‘That’s real sportsmanship’

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17 Mar 2026 • 8:18 PM MYT
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  • Teyana Taylor, nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role at the Oscars, faced online criticism for her enthusiastic reaction to losing the award to Amy Madigan.
  • Taylor defended her gleeful applause for Madigan, stating on X/Twitter that her reaction demonstrated "real sportsmanship" and that "miserable hearts forget the face of happiness".
  • The actor had been a strong contender for the Oscar, having previously won a Golden Globe for her role in One Battle After Another.
  • Following the ceremony, Taylor was filmed confronting a security guard backstage, accusing him of "putting his hands" on and "shoving" her.
  • Security Industry Specialists, Inc. acknowledged "incidental contact" and regretted the escalation, while the Academy thanked Taylor for her "remarkable grace" regarding the incident.

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