As if being a burgeoning action star and future DC superhero wasn’t enough, Aaron Pierre has a couple of other notable things going for him in 2025: a high-profile relationship with another talented artist, Teyana Taylor, and the unique ability to set the internet aflame purely with good vibes.
At this point, Pierre is best known for roles in movies like Netflix’s action thriller *Rebel Ridge* and M. Night Shyamalan’s trippy *Old*. He’s also set to appear as Green Lantern John Stewart in HBO’s upcoming series *Lanterns*, and will have a role in the upcoming *Star Wars* film, *Star Wars: Starfighter*.
But Pierre’s fame extends beyond the big screen. He’s gained viral attention through the “Spirit Tunnel,” a segment on *The Jennifer Hudson Show* where guests enter the program in memorable ways. Pierre’s smooth dance moves and big smile as he danced through the tunnel quickly went viral. On this unexpected source of popularity, Pierre remains predictably chill. “That’s me,” he explains in *Men’s Health*’s new cover story. “That’s Aaron.”
Pierre’s brush with fame also includes his relationship with Teyana Taylor, which began earlier in 2025. Taylor shared photos of them together at the Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty—one of Hollywood’s biggest events—and later confirmed their relationship with a heartfelt post wishing Pierre a happy 31st birthday in June. Pierre also appeared in the visuals for her new album, *Escape Room*.
Their biggest public appearance as a couple came when Pierre joined Taylor on the red carpet for the London premiere of *One Battle After Another*, the new film from director Paul Thomas Anderson for which Taylor has received significant Oscar buzz. The internet responded to their appearance together with overwhelming adoration.
For many, this kind of attention might be anxiety-inducing. But for Pierre, it came naturally. “Being on the red carpet with Teyana was a joy,” he says. “And so easy to do because I was supporting someone who I love. Anything that feels right feels easy.”
https://www.menshealth.com/entertainment/a69110874/aaron-pierre-teyana-taylor-viral-fame-spirit-tunnel/
