Print Exclusive: Actress Teajuana Scott Opens Up About Embracing Growth and Her Emotional Journey

Acting isn’t just about memorizing lines or delivering a performance—it’s about vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional truth. For Teajuana, an actress whose journey began in Middletown, Ohio, the path to the stage has been anything but conventional. But one thing is clear: she has found a place where her raw emotions and unapologetic expression take center stage. Teajuana brings a unique authenticity to her craft, pouring all her emotional depth into every role she takes on.

In a candid interview with She’s SINGLE magazine, she opens up about everything—from her first nerve-wracking audition to the challenges of navigating Hollywood as an African American woman. Beyond her fabulous career, Teajuana is just a real woman—one who is passionate and finds beauty in everyday moments.

As a self-described single woman in New York, she has embraced a handful of hobbies that keep her both grounded and inspired. Whether it’s lacing up her sneakers for a 5K run, diving into pages of African American literature, or enjoying a night of dancing and singing, her pursuit of joy is as diverse as her career. With every hobby she takes on, she taps into a new layer of herself—enhancing her acting and deepening her understanding of who she is.

When asked about the compliments she receives, Teajuana admits it’s not easy to pinpoint the most frequent ones. However, one word that comes up often is “animated”—and she fully agrees. Her deep emotional sensitivity is a defining characteristic. She explains that her emotions are not only deeply felt but visibly expressed. It’s hard for her not to empathize with others and react to what’s going on around her—and this translates directly to her acting.

When she is on stage or on set, she lets those emotions flow freely. It’s not just about what’s written on the page—it’s about how she feels and reacts in the moment. This raw emotional energy also feeds into her love of theater, which she says was an essential part of her growth as an actress. “Theater is where you sharpen your skills,” she says, echoing Denzel Washington’s famous sentiment that every actor should experience the stage. “You have one shot to do this and do it well,” she adds, emphasizing the importance of being real, present, and ready to react. That kind of experience, she believes, shapes actors into stronger, more authentic performers.

Teajuana’s philosophy is clear: acting, whether on stage or on screen, is about emotional truth. In fact, one of her most memorable moments on set came during a short film where she delivered a blood-curdling scream. It took her what felt like forever to tap into the necessary emotion, but when she finally let out the scream, it had the intended effect. Everyone genuinely jumped and was startled. Moments like these—where her emotions truly connect with the audience—are the ones Teajuana treasures most.

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by Karisa Miyaki-Ponce