The Taurus man and Cancer woman form one of the best relationships in Astrology. This is a relationship that feels like home, and they are more on the same page than most. Why are these two so compatible? Because they have the same values. The number one being security in life.
Taurus Man and Cancer Woman Love Compatibility
What they look for in a relationship is something the other provides, and there is no denying their compatibility with one another. The Cancer woman opens the eyes and heart of the Taurus man, and the Taurus man supports the Cancer woman in the way she is looking to be loved.
There is a lot of sensuality and romance between these two, and if they are both on the same page in life, this couple often ends up at the altar.
Taurus Man Cancer Woman Attraction
The Cancer woman is attracted to the steady demeanor of the Taurus man. The Taurus man is a provider, and although the Cancer woman can take care of herself, she is attracted to someone who can provide that stable and safe support in her life as well. The Taurus man immediately feels that same sense of comfort with the Cancer woman, and they often build the relationship on common ground. Cancer wants to nurture, and Taurus wants to consume. They are getting what each other is looking for in the relationship.
The Taurus man feels a sense of openness around the Cancer woman, and he wants to get to know her almost instantly.
These are two people who are easy-going, affectionate and secure in themselves. They are each other's equals in many ways, and there is more keeping them together than tearing them apart. Meeting each other is another story, however, because both people prefer to be at home than anywhere else. However, these two often meet through mutual friends or acquaintances, while shopping or at a restaurant, or through some time of art or creative event that they both enjoy. Physically, there is a lot of attraction here right away.
Taurus Man Cancer Woman Relationship
The relationship between the Taurus man and the Cancer woman is one of loyalty, beauty, and comfort. They are both attracted to the finer things in life, but also both tend to be more frugal or safe with their finances. This benefits the relationship because they can create and build a nice life together, and still keep their financial values and goals intact and on the same page. This is a couple that will love cooking together, hosting dinner parties, being lazy on the couch, and doing nothing together, and they overall feel safe and nurtured in each other's presence.
The Taurus man opens up a lot of new avenues for the Cancer woman as well. He is the more social of the two and can take the Cancer woman to places she’s never been before, opening her eyes to new avenues of happiness. The Cancer woman, being the nurturer she is, does something to the heart of the Taurus man that he deeply values. He tends to be more reserved emotionally, yet with the Cancer woman, he opens up to a more vulnerable and heartfelt side to himself and life. This is a relationship where they are often in harmony and balance with each other, and that lasts for time to come.
Taurus Man Cancer Woman Sexually
The sexual chemistry between these two is comfortable and sweet. They tend to have a good balance between the give and take here and are often slower when it comes to their sex life. They are both willing to wait until they both feel safe within the relationship and tend to take things more slowly here than most.
The Cancer woman and Taurus man are committed to each other at the end of the day and want to build the relationship from the ground up. These two have a very fulfilling love life and sex life overall, though.
The Taurus man is a romantic, so candles, chocolates, flowers, and all of the above are something he can provide and something that they both enjoy and thrive in. It’s all about the vibe and the setting for these two, and they are the type to create a nice ambiance in the bedroom and have this type of sensual energy here.
The Cancer woman loves a man who knows what they want, and the Taurus man knows exactly what he wants. They are a magnet to each other, and their sex life is where they connect and meet in the middle.
Taurus Man Cancer Woman Relationship Compatibility
The Cancer woman is ruled by the Moon, a feminine and emotional celestial body. The Taurus man is ruled by Venus, the goddess of love herself. So, this is a relationship that is full of love and deep emotions at the end of the day. They don’t have to worry about romantic gestures or telling each other how they feel because they are both very connected to this part of life in the first place.
There is a lot of admiration in this connection, and there is little room for doubt here. They are honest with each other about their expectations in the relationship right away, and this forms a basis of trust and compassion in the partnership.
The Cancer woman is a lover girl and makes one of Astrology's best partners to have. The Taurus man rules the 2nd house in Astrology and provides value and often abundance in the relationships he enters. This a slow and steady love, but one that has the potential to lead to some significant rewards and intimacy in the long haul. These two coming together are like meeting each other's matches.
They are both very physically affectionate, and they have no problem sharing their love and telling each other how much they mean to each other. This is a sweet, safe, and compatible pairing, and knowing this about each other makes them feel comfortable in the connection.
Taurus Man Cancer Woman Challenges
The downfalls of this relationship can occur when they aren’t on the same page with something. Both of these signs are stubborn, the Taurus man, especially not budging on much. The Cancer woman, on the other hand, tends to close off and go into her shell when conflict arises, not allowing the needed conversations to take place to get out of a hard place. When this relationship moves through challenges, it can be hard to get on the other side of it.
The Cancer woman is the Queen of creating boundaries, and the Taurus man is the King of pushing them, so you can see how conflicts can arise here. If they can both loosen up more and be willing to work with each other to meet in the middle, then they can easily overcome these challenges.
The Taurus man will often have to leave his ego at the door, and the Cancer woman will have to understand her own emotions before demanding the Taurus man to. Things can be up and down here at times, but the Taurus man is not one to shy away from the Cancer woman’s mood swings. He can provide patience when he needs to, and she provides the love needed for the Taurus man to feel safe in the relationship as well. They will need to have a lot of trust and understanding with each other, but at the end of the day, there is a lot more compatibility than incompatibility between the two.
Overview: Taurus Man Cancer Woman Compatibility
Home is where these two are. There are some zodiac signs where their compatibility points to a more short-term relationship or fling, but this pairing is not one of them. Meeting each other is not the easiest, but once these two meet and come together, it’s often for the long term. This is a sweet, compatible, sensual, and romantic pairing, and the compatibility is strong with the Cancer woman and Taurus man.
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Tayler Barakat is a Mystic who has studied Astrology for over a decade. She does intuitive astrology and tarot readings for people all over the world, and her work focuses on healing and empowering individuals. Follow her on Instagram @taylerbarakat_ and check out her website www.listentothevirgo.com.
Claudia Jordan, Demetria McKinney & Jill Marie Jones On 'Games Women Play' & Dating Over 40
What do you get when you mix unfiltered truths, high-stakes romance, and a few well-timed one-liners? You get Games Women Play—the sizzling new stage play by Je’Caryous Johnson that’s part relationship rollercoaster, part grown-woman group chat.
With a powerhouse cast that includes Claudia Jordan, Demetria McKinney, Jill Marie Jones, Carl Payne, Chico Bean, and Brian J. White, the play dives headfirst into the messy, hilarious, and heart-wrenching games people play for love, power, and peace of mind. And the women leading this story? They’re bringing their whole selves to the stage—and leaving nothing behind.
From Script to Spotlight
The road to Games Women Play started over 20 years ago—literally.
“This script was written 20 years ago,” Jill Marie Jones said with a smile. “It was originally called Men, Money & Gold Diggers, and I was in the film version. So when Je’Caryous called me to bring it to the stage, I was like, ‘Let’s go.’” Now reimagined for 2025, the play is updated with sharp dialogue and modern relationship dynamics that feel all too real.
Demetria McKinney, no stranger to Je’Caryous Johnson’s productions, jumped at the opportunity to join the cast once again. “This is my third time working with him,” she shared. “It was an opportunity to stretch. I’d never been directed by Carl Payne before, and the chance to work with talent I admire—Jill, Claudia, Chico—it was a no-brainer.”
Claudia Jordan joked that she originally saw the role as just another check. “I didn’t take it that seriously at first,” she admitted. “But this is my first full-on tour—and now I’ve got a whole new respect for how hard people work in theater. This ain’t easy.”
Modern Love, Stage Left
The play doesn’t hold back when it comes to the messier parts of love. One jaw-dropping moment comes when a live podcast proposal flips into a prenup bombshell—leaving the audience (and the characters) gasping.
Demetria broke it down with honesty. “People don’t ask the real questions when they date. Like, ‘Do you want kids? How do you feel about money?’ These convos aren’t happening, and then everyone’s confused. That moment in the play—it’s real. That happens all the time.”
Jill chimed in, noting how the play speaks to emotional disconnect. “We’re giving each other different tokens of love. Men might offer security and money. Women, we’re giving our hearts. But there’s a disconnect—and that’s where things fall apart.”
And then Claudia, of course, took it all the way there. “These men don’t even want to sign our prenups now!” she laughed. “They want to live the soft life, too. Wearing units, gloss, getting their brows done. We can’t have nothing! Y’all want to be like us? Then get a damn period and go through menopause.”
Dating Over 40: “You Better Come Correct”
When the conversation turned to real-life relationships, all three women lit up. Their experiences dating in their 40s and 50s have given them both clarity—and zero tolerance for games.
“I feel sexier than I’ve ever felt,” said Jill, who proudly turned 50 in January. “I say what I want. I mean what I say. I’m inside my woman, and I’m not apologizing for it.”
Demetria added that dating now comes with deeper self-awareness. “Anybody in my life is there because I want them there. I’ve worked hard to need nobody. But I’m open to love—as long as you keep doing what got me there in the first place.”
For Claudia, the bar is high—and the peace is priceless. “I’ve worked hard for my peace,” she said. “I’m not dating for food. I’m dating because I want to spend time with you. And honestly, if being with you isn’t better than being alone with my candles and fountains and cats? Then no thanks.”
Channeling Strength & Icon Status
Each actress brings something different to the play—but all of them deliver.
“I actually wish I could be messier on stage,” Claudia joked. “But I think about my grandmother—she was born in 1929, couldn’t even vote or buy a house without a man, and didn’t give a damn. She was fearless. That’s where my strength comes from.”
For Jill, the comparisons to her iconic Girlfriends character Toni Childs aren’t far off—but this role gave her a chance to dig deeper. “If you really understood Toni, you’d see how layered she was. And Paisley is the same—misunderstood, but strong. There’s more to her than people see at first glance.”
Demetria, who juggles singing and acting seamlessly, shared that live theater pushes her in a new way. “Every moment on stage counts. You can’t redo anything. It’s a different kind of love and discipline. You have to give the performance away—live, in the moment—and trust that it lands.”
Laughter, Lessons & Black Girl Gems
The show has plenty of laugh-out-loud moments—and the cast isn’t shy about who steals scenes.
“Chico Bean gets a lot of gasps and laughs,” Claudia said. “And Naomi Booker? Every scene she’s in—she’s hilarious.”
But the play isn’t just about humor. It leaves space for reflection—especially for Black women.
“I hope we get back to the foundation of love and communication,” said Demetria. “A lot of us are in protector mode. But that’s turned into survival mode. We’ve lost softness. We’ve lost connection.”
Claudia agreed. “We’re doing it all—but it’s not because we want to be strong all the time. It’s because we have to be. And I just want women to know: You can have peace, you can be soft. But stop bringing your old pain into new love. Don’t let past heartbreak build walls so high that the right person can’t climb over.”
Final Act: Pack the House
If there’s one thing this cast agrees on, it’s that this play isn’t just entertainment—it’s necessary.
“Atlanta is the Black entertainment hub,” Claudia said. “We need y’all to show up for this play. Support the arts. Support each other. Because when we pack the house, we make space for more stories like this.”
Games Women Play is more than a play—it’s a mirror. You’ll see yourself, your friends, your exes, and maybe even your next chapter. So get ready to laugh, reflect, and maybe even heal—because the games are on.
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Patricia "Ms. Pat" Williams has always marched to the beat of her own brutally honest drum — and that’s exactly what makes her so magnetic to watch. Whether she’s making us laugh until we cry on The Ms. Pat Show or now laying down the law on her courtroom series Ms. Pat Settles It, the comedian-turned-judge proves time and again that there’s nobody quite like her. Unfiltered, hilarious, and real to the core, she’s made a name for herself by turning her life’s journey — including the pain — into purpose.
Now in her second season of Ms. Pat Settles It, airing on BET and BET+, she’s not only delivering verdicts — she’s dishing out life lessons in between the laughs. The show feels less like your typical courtroom drama and more like your outspoken auntie running a court session at the family cookout, complete with celebrity jurors, petty disputes, and a whole lot of real talk. xoNecole sat down with Ms. Pat to talk about her wildest cases, balancing motherhood and fame, and why sleeping in separate bedrooms might just be the key to joy.
CASE CLOSED, BUT MAKE IT CHAOS
If you’ve ever tuned in to Ms. Pat Settles It, you already know the episode titles alone deserve awards. But when we asked Ms. Pat which case stood out most, she didn’t even have to think twice. “There was this one woman — Shay — who got out of federal prison and was working for her old bunkmate. But the bunkmate didn’t want to pay her!” she says, chuckling. “That girl came in the courtroom like a firecracker.”
It’s moments like those that remind viewers Ms. Pat isn’t just bringing the laughs — she’s giving people a platform, even if it’s a little messy. And if her court ever gets turned into a real-life franchise, we need Shay on the promo posters immediately.
WHEN THE CELEBS SHOW OUT
It’s already hard enough to get a word in with Ms. Pat running the show, but throw in a celebrity jury featuring Tamar Braxton, Ray J, TS Madison, and Karlous Miller? Whew. “I don’t even try to control them,” she laughs. “Thank God we have something called editing.” According to her, behind the scenes, things get wild — but that chaos is part of the magic. “People only see the cut-down version. What you don’t see is all of us losing it in real time.”
Still, Ms. Pat makes it work. The courtroom becomes a stage, but also a safe space for guests and jurors to show up as their full, unfiltered selves. “It was a wild season,” she explains. Let’s be honest — if your jury looks like a BET Awards afterparty, you might as well let it rock.
IF FAMILY COURT WAS REALLY A THING
Ms. Pat might wear the robe on screen, but at home, she’s still managing her own wild bunch. When asked what kind of case her kids would bring into her courtroom, she burst into laughter. “Oh, they’d be suing my oldest son for eating their food,” she says. “You know how you have that one roommate that eats up everybody’s food? I can see my oldest son getting sued for that..”
And let’s face it, we’ve all either been that sibling or have one. Ms. Pat says moments like that — the everyday family squabbles and real-life irritations — are what make her courtroom show so relatable.
THE VERDICT SHE WISHES SHE COULD REWRITE
Ms. Pat is known for keeping it real, even when the conversation turns serious. When asked if there was one “verdict” in her real life she’d change, she pauses for a second before answering. “I wish I had graduated high school,” she admits. “All my kids went to prom and I took all of their high school diplomas.”
“I wish I had graduated high school,” she admits. “All my kids went to prom and I took all of their high school diplomas.”
It’s a rite of passage in most Black households — your diploma doesn’t really belong to you, it lives at your mama or grandma’s house like a family heirloom.
HOW SHE STAYS GROUNDED
Between filming TV shows, headlining comedy tours, and running a household, Ms. Pat makes it very clear: she will find time to rest. “People swear I don’t sleep, but I do — I just knock out early and wake up early,” she shares. “And sometimes, I’ll just sit in my car.” She’s also a big fan of solo naps and mini getaways when things get overwhelming.
But one of her favorite forms of self-care? Separate bedrooms. “Me and my husband don’t sleep in the same room. That way, when I don’t feel like being bothered, I go to my space,” she laughs. She’s also found a new love for facials. “They’re addicting! I don’t need a lot — just sleep, a facial, and a little quiet.” Honestly? That’s a self-care routine we can get behind.
FROM PAIN TO PURPOSE
Ms. Pat’s story is one that’s deeply rooted in resilience — and she’s always been transparent about how her journey shaped her. Her advice to other Black women trying to turn their pain into purpose? Speak up. “You have to tell your story,” she says. “Because once you tell your story, you realize you’re not the only person that’s been through that situation.”
She adds that sharing your truth can be one of the most powerful things you do. “When you give a voice to pain so many other people who have that pain gravitate to you,” she says. “To heal, you have to speak out loud about it. What you keep inside is what eats you up.” Coming from someone who built an entire brand on truth-telling? We believe her.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR MS. PAT?
While Ms. Pat’s got her hands full with Ms. Pat Settles It and her comedy show, she hints there’s much more to come. “I got some stuff poppin’ that I can’t even talk about yet,” she teases. “But just know, like Kendrick [Lamar] said, we about to step out and show ‘em something.” That multi-genre deal with BET and Paramount is clearly working in her favor — and she’s not slowing down anytime soon.
She says one of her proudest moments in this chapter of her career is seeing things she once dreamed of finally come to life. “In this business, you never know what’s gonna work or what’s gonna stick. But now I’m working with a network that really understands me — and that’s special,” she says. “I feel seen. And I’m just getting started.”
Whether she’s in the courtroom cracking jokes or catching up on rest in her own sanctuary, Ms. Pat is living proof that success doesn’t have to come at the cost of authenticity. She’s rewriting the rules in real time — on her terms, in her voice, and for her people. As she continues to turn pain into purpose, laughter into legacy, and everyday mess into must-see TV, one thing’s clear: Ms. Pat is in her prime. And we’re lucky enough to watch it unfold.
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