Who is Tyson Beckford’s ex-girlfriend, Shanina Shaik?
TYSON Beckford has built a successful career in the fashion and entertainment industries.
Amidst his Dancing With the Stars season 32 debut, fans want to know more about the model and his dating history.
Who is Tyson Beckford?
Tyson Beckford was born on December 19, 1970, in The Bronx, New York City, New York.
The 52-year-old grew his career as a Ralph Lauren Polo model and hosted Bravo's reality series, Make Me a Supermodel, which ran for two seasons from 2008 to 2009.
He is also an actor who has appeared in multiple films and TV shows, such as Zoolander, Biker Boyz, Searching for Bobby D, Into the Blue, The Characters, and Half & Half, per his IMDb profile.
Tyson has also been featured in a number of music videos, such as Toni Braxton: Breathe Again, The Notorious B.I.G.: One More Chance, Britney Spears: Toxic, and Mariah Carey: Infinity.
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He is now appearing in season 32 of DWTS, which premiered on September 26, 2023, on ABC and Disney+.
Tyson is partnered with 29-year-old dancer and choreographer, Jenna Johnson.
Who is Tyson Beckford’s ex-girlfriend, Shanina Shaik?
Tyson was previously in a relationship with Australian fashion model Shanina Shaik.
Shanina — who has modeled for Victoria's Secret — was born in Melbourne on February 11, 1991.
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The 32-year-old is also a beauty and skincare entrepreneur who founded the makeup company, Sala.
She has also garnered a large social media following, boasting 3.5million followers on her Instagram page, @shaninamshaik.
Tyson and Shanina reportedly dated from 2008 to 2015.
In July 2015, the Daily Mail reported that following their split, Tyson said on Instagram: "Not everyone you lose is a loss. Unless it's me then you f**d up."
In November 2015, Page Six reported that while at a Polo Ralph Lauren party for Athlete Ally, he said: "I have been single for seven months, and it is really hard out here.
"All the girls I want are taken. I am looking for my Beyoncé, my Rihanna."
He continued: "I broke up with a girl in April, so I want to give myself time. I do not want to rush into anything. I am trying to build an empire, so I need a queen. I need a 'Cookie.'"
He clarified that he does not need to date someone famous, saying: "I would date a girl who works at Macy’s."
At the time of this publication, it is unclear if Tyson is seeing anyone, though he seems to be single.
Shanina is in a relationship with Matthew Adesuyan and was previously married to DJ Ruckus from 2018 to 2019.
Has Tyson Beckford ever been married?
Tyson reportedly married a British woman named Berniece Julien in 2009 before they divorced that same year.
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However, there is little public information about their reported union.
According to AmoMama, Berniece is a model and entrepreneur.