Actress Tracee Ellis Ross, best known for her roles in Girlfriends and Black-ish, is currently leading the fan discussion forums. The 53-year-old appeared on Trevor Noah’s podcast What Now? in August 2026, where she criticized the mainstream television industry’s past treatment of her hit sitcom, Girlfriends. Tracee even questioned if racism played a part in former host Jay Leno snubbing her and her castmates from The Tonight Show and other promotional appearances.
Tracee’s fiery remarks sparked a discussion about sidelining actors on the basis of race or other discriminatory grounds. Amid that, people have been looking up her personal life, particularly her marital status and past relationships.
Tracee Ellis Ross revealed why she prefers younger partners like her ex, Abou ‘Bu’ Thiam
Tracee Ellis Ross’ decision to remain unmarried has long been a topic of discussion. Many wondered why she chose such a path despite having been in a few relationships, the last known one with Akon’s younger brother and music executive, Abou ‘Bu’ Thiam. Notably, Abou is way younger than Tracee, and that’s what she liked. The actress revealed that she has a thing for younger guys for specific reasons.
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