On Monday, July 29, Queen Latifah was spotted cheering for Team USA at the Paris Olympics. The rapper and actress were spotted in the stands during swimming events, proudly supporting the US swimming team. She was joined by her young son, Rebel, for a rare family outing.
Queen Latifah’s rare public family appearance
In the photo, Rebel is leaning towards Latifah, who is wearing a Lakers jersey and Nike headband. The proud mom waves an American flag, adding a personal touch to their display of support. Four-year-old Rebel wore a matching Lakers jersey. This public appearance is viral because Latifah and her family usually keep a low profile.
Latifah’s appearance at the Olympics with her son is a rare public event. Although she has previously spoken privately about her family life, her appearance this time shows her support for Team USA and also gives a glimpse into her personal life.
The actress and her partner, Eboni Nichols, 46, welcomed Rebel in 2019. Latifah has been cautious about discussing her son publicly, but she has mentioned him on several occasions in her statements.
Previous public mention of Queen Latifah’s son
Latifah has been cautious about talking about her family publicly. She first mentioned Rebel publicly during her acceptance speech for the BET Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021. During her speech, she said, “Ebony, my love. Rebel, my love,” and added, “Happy Pride.” The acceptance was a rare public reference to her child.
In an interview with SF Gate in 2008, Latifah explained that she wanted to keep her family life private. She said: “I’ll probably be six months pregnant before anyone knows and I’ll only talk about the baby after it’s born.” This dedication to privacy has made her recent public appearances at the Olympics even more meaningful.
Who is Queen Latifah’s partner?
Queen Latifah and her partner Ebony Nichols have been together for over a decade. Ebony is a successful choreographer and dancer, having worked with big artists like Rihanna and Beyoncé, as well as choreographing hit shows like Jane the Virgin and Fresh Off the Boat.
The couple, who met in 2009 and officially began their relationship in 2013, welcomed their son Rebel in 2019. Latifah, known for her privacy, publicly acknowledged Eboni for the first time during her 2021 BET Lifetime Achievement Award speech. The family was recently spotted running errands and spending time together in Los Angeles.
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