15 LGBTQ+ Black Hollywood Power Couples

From award-winning actors and producers to comedians, stylists, and media icons, these couples bring major creative power—and plenty of real-life milestones—to screens big and small. Here are 15 LGBTQ+ Black Hollywood power couples whose careers, collaborations, and love stories have made headlines and moved culture forward.

Niecy Nash-Betts & Jessica Betts

Niecy Nash-Betts married singer Jessica Betts in August 2020, sharing the news with wedding photos and her new name, Carol Denise Betts. The pair first connected in 2015 and later made their relationship public alongside Nash-Betts’ message that she married for love rather than labels. Betts is a Chicago-born musician who won the reality competition ‘The Road to Stardom with Missy Elliott’ and has continued to release music. The couple frequently appears at industry events and has been featured discussing their partnership and projects.

Queen Latifah & Eboni Nichols

Queen Latifah and choreographer Eboni Nichols have been together for over a decade, maintaining a notably private relationship while appearing at major events like the 2024 Met Gala. The couple shares a son, Rebel, born in 2019, and has occasionally brought him to sporting events. Coverage has traced their connection back to the late 2000s and highlighted Nichols’ acclaimed choreography career. Latifah publicly thanked both Nichols and Rebel during her 2021 BET Lifetime Achievement Award acceptance.

Da Brat & Jesseca “Judy” Dupart

Rapper Da Brat and entrepreneur Jesseca Dupart, stars of ‘Brat Loves Judy,’ married on February 22, 2022, in Fairburn, Georgia. Their wedding day, chosen for its numerology, was later featured on their reality series. The couple subsequently shared pregnancy news and welcomed their first child together. Their relationship also marked Da Brat’s first public confirmation of a same-sex partnership.

Colman Domingo & Raúl Domingo

Oscar winner Colman Domingo met writer-producer Raúl Domingo in 2005, and they married in 2014. Raúl has collaborated with Colman on creative projects, including producing the short film ‘New Moon.’ Profiles have detailed their long partnership alongside Colman’s roles in ‘Euphoria’ and ‘The Color Purple.’ Their relationship is frequently noted as a steady anchor during Colman’s rise.

Lee Daniels & Jahil Fisher

Director-producer Lee Daniels has been partnered with stylist Jahil Fisher for years, with interviews and social posts documenting their relationship timeline. Features have described how they met in Los Angeles during Daniels’ work on projects like ‘The Butler.’ Public tributes have marked anniversaries and shared glimpses of their life together. Daniels’ filmography during this period includes ‘Precious’ and ‘The United States vs. Billie Holiday.’

RuPaul & Georges LeBar

RuPaul and painter-rancher Georges LeBar married in January 2017 after beginning their relationship in 1994. LeBar manages a large ranch that spans parts of South Dakota and Wyoming, while RuPaul’s TV empire has expanded globally. The couple keeps a low profile, with RuPaul occasionally sharing details about their long partnership. Coverage has also noted the ranch operations and their bi-coastal lifestyle.

Raven-Symoné & Miranda Pearman-Maday

Raven-Symoné married Miranda Pearman-Maday in a private ceremony in June 2020. The couple co-hosts the digital series ‘Tea Time with Raven and Miranda’ and has discussed their approach to privacy and partnership. They marked their fifth wedding anniversary in June 2025 with tributes and photos. Profiles have also highlighted Pearman-Maday’s work as a writer and doula.

Wanda Sykes & Alex Sykes

Comedian Wanda Sykes married Alex Sykes in 2008 and publicly came out shortly thereafter. They welcomed fraternal twins in 2009, and interviews have traced their family life and Wanda’s advocacy. Recent coverage has featured lighthearted updates about parenting teens. Their relationship timeline has been widely documented by mainstream outlets.

Jason Bolden & Adair Curtis

Stylist Jason Bolden and interior designer Adair Curtis, stars of Netflix’s ‘Styling Hollywood,’ married in 2012. They welcomed their son, Arrow Fox, in 2021. Industry reports have chronicled their growing business footprint in fashion and design while balancing family life. The duo continues to appear at major red-carpet events as sought-after tastemakers.

Samira Wiley & Lauren Morelli

Emmy winner Samira Wiley and writer-producer Lauren Morelli married in 2017 after meeting on the set of ‘Orange Is the New Black.’ In April 2021, they welcomed their daughter, George Elizabeth, sharing the news on Mother’s Day. Coverage detailed their private pregnancy and early parenthood. The couple continues to work across TV projects, including Wiley’s role on ‘The Handmaid’s Tale.’ (

Don Lemon & Tim Malone

Journalist Don Lemon and real-estate broker Tim Malone wed in New York City on April 6, 2024. The ceremony at Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church was officiated by U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, followed by a reception at the Polo Bar. Reports highlighted elements like a unity candle, a second-line parade, and an invitation for guests to donate to an animal shelter. The couple later discussed plans for family building.

Dee Rees & Sarah M. Broom

Filmmaker Dee Rees and National Book Award–winning author Sarah M. Broom are married and reside in Harlem. Rees has credited personal history as inspiration in films such as ‘Pariah’ and ‘Mudbound.’ Broom is acclaimed for the memoir ‘The Yellow House.’ Public biographical entries and profiles confirm their marriage and shared creative life.

Cynthia Erivo & Lena Waithe

Actor-singer Cynthia Erivo and writer-producer Lena Waithe have been linked for several years and are known to support each other’s major premieres and awards appearances. Reporting in 2025 addressed engagement speculation after a high-profile red-carpet appearance and clarified that the jewelry was not an engagement ring. Waithe’s producing credits include ‘The Chi,’ ‘Boomerang,’ and ‘Twenties,’ while Erivo leads the film adaptation of ‘Wicked.’ Coverage continues to track their low-key public presence and collaborations within the industry.

Michaela Jaé Rodriguez & Stephen Gimigliano

‘Pose’ and ‘Loot’ star Michaela Jaé Rodriguez has been with talent executive Stephen Gimigliano since 2019. Interviews and profiles have noted Rodriguez’s public tributes to their relationship and her broader advocacy. She has discussed how their partnership grounded her during busy filming and music projects. Recent features have covered her ongoing TV and stage work.

Roxane Gay & Debbie Millman

Author Roxane Gay and designer-podcaster Debbie Millman eloped in 2020 after announcing their engagement the previous year. They have collaborated on creative projects and discussed their marriage in interviews and public appearances. Profiles and anniversary posts have chronicled their relationship milestones. Coverage frequently references Gay’s bestselling books and Millman’s long-running podcast ‘Design Matters.’

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