💔 Teyana Taylor Opens Up About Vocal Cord Growth And Surgery
Teyana Taylor is sharing a deeply personal update with her fans — and it couldn’t come at a more pivotal time in her career.
The singer, actress, and creative powerhouse revealed she’s undergoing immediate vocal surgery after doctors discovered a noncancerous growth on one of her vocal cords.
The announcement comes just weeks before the August 22 release of Escape Room, her highly anticipated visual album.
In a heartfelt Instagram Story, Teyana explained:
“I’ve been quietly dealing with some vocal challenges for a while now… and after a lot of back and forth with my doctors, I’ve been told I need vocal surgery immediately.”
“They found a noncancerous growth on one of my cords that’s been messing with my voice and causing real discomfort. Thankfully, we caught it & it’s treatable — but it does mean I need to pause and give myself time to fully heal.”
🛑 Stepping Away From Appearances, Including Michelle Obama’s Podcast
Teyana also shared the emotional toll of stepping back from key events, including a taping of Michelle Obama’s podcast at Martha’s Vineyard — something she was clearly looking forward to.
“That honestly breaks my heart. I don’t take lightly what it means to show up for y’all.”
She stressed how much she values her fans, her commitments, and how hard it is to let go, even temporarily.
🔥 ‘Escape Room’ Still Drops August 22
While she’s putting her health first, Teyana made it clear that Escape Room is still locked in and will be released as planned on August 22.
She called the project the most personal body of work she’s ever created — and fans can expect it to be a reflection of everything she’s poured into it.
“Just as I was getting ready to finally share this with you, life handed me my own unexpected ‘Escape Room’ — one I didn’t ask for, but one I now have to find my way out of with patience, rest, and faith.”
See her full post below.
🙏 Fans Rally Behind Teyana Taylor
Across social media, fans and fellow artists have shown nothing but love and support, reminding Teyana that her health comes first and her voice — both literally and artistically — will never go unheard.
“When I return, it’ll be with even more fire, more purpose, and the best version of me.”
Take your time, sis.
We’ll be right here when you’re ready to give us that fire again.
In addition to Escape Room, be sure to check out Teyana in One Battle After Another and “All’s Fair.”
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