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Queen Latifah is taking a seat in one of the iconic red chairs as a new coach on Season 30 of The Voice, and viewers might be curious to learn more about her life away from the show.

The 56-year-old entertainer has reportedly been with her longtime partner Eboni Nichols for more than a decade. Although they largely keep their relationship out of the spotlight, they have made several major public appearances together and share a son.

We’re looking back at everything we know about Queen Latifah and Eboni’s relationship.

Queen Latifah and Eboni Nichols have reportedly been together for over a decade

Queen Latifah, 56, and Eboni, 48, have not shared exactly how they met, but they have reportedly been together since the early 2010s. Eboni works in entertainment as a choreographer and producer, with credits on projects including Loot, FUBAR, Jane the Virgin, Fresh Off the Boat, and more.

They have occasionally attended major events together, like the 2024 Met Gala and the 2025 Oscars.

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Queen Latifah and Eboni Nichols share a son together

In 2019, reports surfaced that Queen Latifah and Eboni had welcomed a son named Rebel. Queen Latifah later referenced both Eboni and Rebel during her emotional acceptance speech at the 2021 BET Awards.

“Eboni, my love. Rebel, my love. Peace. Happy Pride!” Queen Latifah said while accepting the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Eboni Nichols recently received a rare public tribute from Queen Latifah

Earlier this year, Queen Latifah shared a rare Instagram tribute celebrating Eboni’s work as a producer on the 2026 Grammy Awards.

“Eboni Nichols! I couldn’t be more proud of you for being a Producer on this year’s Grammy Awards,” Queen Latifah wrote. “I [love] watching your dreams come true, baby!”

Queen Latifah has long valued privacy in her personal life

Over the years, Queen Latifah has consistently chosen to keep her romantic relationships and family life away from constant public attention despite widespread curiosity from fans.

“I don’t care if people think I’m gay or not,” Queen Latifah previously told The New York Times. “Assume whatever you want. You do it anyway.”

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