But the All’s Fair actress hasn’t just spoken about her love for one of her earliest Hollywood crushes as of late. In fact, she recently detailed her friendship with costar Leonardo DiCaprio—also nominated at the Critics Choice Awards—and the advice he has given her for awards season.
“Pacing myself and having fun with it,” she told E! News Dec. 9 of her costar’s encouragement. “Don’t start going down no rabbit holes, just have fun with it and that’s exactly what I’m doing.”
Beyond Leo’s advice for awards season, Teyana has previously noted that she and the Oscar winner built a strong bond while working together, too.
“Leo is a good time,” she told E! at the One Battle After Another premiere in September. “He’s so much fun. That’s my brother. He’s a mentor and a great leader on set.”
And the feeling is, of course, mutual for the Titanic star.
“She’s got the best sense of humor,” Leo added to E! at the premiere. “I knew when she was brought into this movie, I was like, ‘This girl is gonna bring the heat.’ And she did. She’s an amazing hang. She’s awesome.”
In addition to Teyana and Chase showing up and showing out at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, read on to see all the stars who hit the red carpet.
in Saint Laurent and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. in vintage Vera Wang and Chopard diamonds.
in custom Alberta Ferretti, Christian Louboutin and Swarovski jewelry. in custom Louis Vuitton and Brilliant Earth jewelry.
in custom Louis Vuitton (LaNasa). in Bottega Veneta, Oliver Peoples and Cartier.
in Giorgio Armani and a Tyler Ellis bag(Goodwin). in Carolina Herrera and Chopard jewelry (Meester).
in custom Louis Vuitton and Christian Louboutin.
in Brunello Cucinelli, Jacques Marie Mage glasses, Omega watch, Rachel Katz Jewelry cufflinks, Effy Jewelry rings and Melinda Maria earrings.
in Anamika Khanna and Lagos Diamonds jewelry. in Le Vian and L'Dezen jewelry. in custom Louis Vuitton and Messika jewelry.
Watch the Critics Choice Awards 2026 live Sunday, Jan. 4, at 7 p.m. on E! and USA Network.
Curated by Antonio Rossi
