Usher has certainly made up for Nia Long’s absence during his Las Vegas residency last year. The actress, known for her role in “Friday,” expressed on social media that her “only regret” for 2023 was missing the R&B singer’s performance. When Usher brought his ‘Past, Present Future Tour’ to Houston’s Toyota Center on November 27, it was no surprise that Long was in attendance, right in the front row.
True to his charismatic style, Usher engaged in some lighthearted flirting with Nia during his performance. After a warm embrace, he attempted to hand-feed her a cherry, though he ultimately redirected the gesture to a woman seated next to her. This playful moment is part of Usher’s ongoing tour routine, where he has made cherry-feeding a signature interaction with fans. A similar incident occurred during his Los Angeles show, where he tried to feed a cherry to Halle Bailey, only for her then-boyfriend, DDG, to step in and take over.
While Usher’s flirtations are all in good fun, it’s worth noting that he recently tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend, Jennifer Goicoechea, following his performance at the Super Bowl halftime show earlier this year. Records indicate that the couple obtained a marriage license in Clark County, Nevada, on February 9. Usher has been previously married to Tameka Foster from 2007 to 2009 and Grace Miguel from 2015 to 2018.
Usher and Goicoechea have been together since 2019 and share two children, born in 2020 and 2021. The singer has expressed admiration for Goicoechea’s parenting skills, emphasizing their complementary dynamic. He described her as a supportive partner who helps him navigate the challenges of parenthood, highlighting the balance they create in their family life.
In the realm of celebrity interactions, Usher’s flirtation with Nia Long adds a lighthearted touch to the often intense world of entertainment. It showcases the playful side of hip-hop culture while also illustrating the importance of relationships and support systems in the lives of public figures.
