Actress Taraji P. Henson sat down with Kelly and Mark yesterday morning to talk about visiting Paris to watch the Olympics, and her search for a hot dog and fries at the games. She went on to say that she only had one project in the summer and took the rest of the season off. She had her son meet her in Paris where they enjoyed watching the Olympics.
Taraji P. Henson is a fascinating and talented actress with a lot of interesting aspects to her life and career. Here are some fun facts about her:
Taraji P. Henson was born on September 11, 1970, in Washington, D.C. Her full name is Taraji Penda Henson, with “Penda” meaning “love” in Swahili.
She graduated from Howard University with a degree in Drama. During her time at Howard, she worked hard to support herself and her son, eventually making her way into acting.
Henson’s breakthrough role came with the film Baby Boy in 2001, where she played Yvette. Her performance caught the attention of many and paved the way for her future successes.
She earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Queenie in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008), which was a major milestone in her career.
Henson gained widespread acclaim for her role as Cookie Lyon on the hit TV show Empire. Her portrayal of Cookie won her several awards and solidified her place as a leading actress in television.
Henson is deeply involved in philanthropy. She founded the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation in honor of her late father, which aims to eradicate the stigma surrounding mental health issues in the African American community.
In addition to her acting career, Henson has a connection to music. She appeared in the music video for the song “The Way You Love Me” by K-Ci & JoJo and has performed in various musical productions.
Known for her impeccable style, Henson often turns heads with her fashion choices on the red carpet. She has become a recognized fashion icon and has even launched her own line of beauty products.
Outside of her professional life, Henson is known to be an avid fan of cooking and enjoys spending time in the kitchen. She has shared her love for cooking through various social media posts.
Henson wrote a memoir titled Around the Way Girl, which was published in 2016. In it, she shares personal stories and insights about her life, career, and experiences.
Henson’s multifaceted career and personal interests make her a truly inspiring figure in the entertainment industry. See more inside and a video clip…
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