During a recent interview, actress Taraji P. Henson revealed that she is seriously considering leaving America and living abroad. The 51-year-old said she is tired of fighting, due to the political and social unrest in the US. “I’m really considering getting up out of here, leaving and living in another …
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Ballerific Couple Alert: Taraji P Henson & NFL Free Agent Kelvin Hayden
Cookie has found her a new man. Word is, Taraji P. Henson is currently dating 32 year old NFL free agent Kelvin Hayden. The two have been dating for a few months now and it appears they are strongly enjoying each other’s company. They met in Chicago, where Hayden is …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Addresses Pay Disparity In Hollywood Once Again During Her NAACP Acceptance Award Speech: “It’s A Scary Thing To Speak Your Truth” [Video]
Taraji P. Henson spoke out again against the pay disparity within Hollywood. On Saturday, the actress received recognition for her captivating portrayal of Shug Avery in the 2023 film “The Color Purple.” During her acceptance speech, Henson delivered a moving address, recounting the aftermath of her advocacy for equal pay …
Read More »Ballerific Fashion: Top 5 Looks From The 55th Annual NAACP Awards From Fantasia to Taraji P. Henson
The 55th Annual NAACP Awards, held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall on March 16, 2024, in Los Angeles, California, was a night to remember, celebrating achievements and excellence in the African American community. The event brought together a constellation of stars from film, television, music, and literature, showcasing …
Read More »Jada Pinkett-Smith Shows Support For Taraji P. Henson Drawing Attention To Pay Disparity In The Industry: “I Was Happy To See How Courageous She Was To Speak About It”
Jada Pinkett-Smith voices her support for Taraji P. Henson and mentions her own encounters with unequal compensation in the film industry. During a recent interview on NPR’s It’s Been a Minute podcast, Jada expressed how deeply she empathized with Henson after witnessing her emotional breakdown while discussing her ongoing struggle …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Launches New Children’s Book Inspired To Fight Against Bullying
Taraji P. Henson is returning to the realm of publishing with a brand new children’s book. Henson recently shared with PEOPLE that her upcoming children’s book, “You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!),” will be released this year by Zonderkidz, a HarperCollins imprint. The book is scheduled to …
Read More »Mo’Nique Discusses Taraji P. Henson’s Comments on Pay Inequality in Hollywood, Says She Shared Those Sentiments Over a Decade Ago & Wasn’t Taken Seriously [Video]
Mo’Nique is speaking out about Taraji P. Henson, sharing the painful pay disparities she has experienced. The comedian sat down with Shannon Sharpe for his “Club Shay Shay” podcast. Naturally, everyone was eager to know her thoughts on Henson breaking down during the press run for “The Color Purple” over …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Wants People To Focus On What “The Color Purple” Is About— Sisterhood—And Not What Happened Behind The Scenes
Taraji P. Henson gave her thoughts on the new perspective on the film “The Color Purple,” saying its new narrative isn’t fair. Henson has recently discussed some challenges, like being an underpaid Black actress. She also spoke out about being a part of the film, in which she played Shug …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Addresses Not Being Nominated For A Golden Globe Award: “I Didn’t Come To Hollywood To Chase After Awards”
Taraji P. Henson speaks out about being overlooked for a Golden Globe nomination for her role in ‘The Color Purple.’ In a recent exclusive interview with VIBE, Henson, portraying Shug Avery in the musical adaptation of the 1985 film, expressed her feelings about the omission. “I have a different idea …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Says “The Color Purple” Production Gave Cast Members Rental Cars To Get To Set
Taraji P. Henson is once again sharing details about her struggle for pay equality among Black actors, which was apparent even in her most recent role in “The Color Purple.” The award-winning actress spoke candidly to The New York Times, revealing that she advocated for the cast to receive higher …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Said She Fired Her Entire Team For Failing To Capitalize on ‘Empire’ Success: “Everybody Had To F*ckin’ Go” [Video]
Taraji P. Henson addresses the issue of unequal pay for Black women and discusses her inability to make the most of her on-screen success in Hollywood. In a recent interview with the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, Henson revealed that she fired her former team for failing to capitalize on the success of her fan-favorite character, Cookie Lyon, on Empire. “Everybody had …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Tearfully Expresses Frustration Over Pay Inequality Black Actresses Face [Video]
Taraji P. Henson is growing tired of the pay discrepancies that she and other Black actresses face in Hollywood. The entertainer sat down with Gayle King on SiriusXM radio as part of the press run for “The Color Purple.” During this chat, she opened up about the pay inequality she …
Read More »Exclusive: Oprah, Taraji P. Henson and More Grace The Color Purple Premiere Carpet In LA [Videos]
Stars of the highly-anticipated “The Color Purple” musical film dazzled at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on December 6 for its world premiere in Los Angeles. The purple carpet event witnessed the presence of key cast members, including Fantasia Barrino as Celie, Halle Bailey as young Nettie, Danielle Brooks …
Read More »Starring Taraji P. Henson, Halle Bailey, Fantasia and More, ‘The Color Purple’ Trailer Unveils Fresh Interpretation of Alice Walker’s Classic Novel [Video]
The official trailer for the captivating tale, ‘The Color Purple,’ is finally here. The adaptation of the classic film sees the collaborative efforts of Oprah, Steven Spielberg, Quincy Jones, and Scott Sanders, who aim to breathe life into the acclaimed Broadway musical rendition of The Color Purple, which initially premiered …
Read More »Taraji P. Henson Set To Guest Star In An Upcoming Episode Of Abbott Elementary
Actress Taraji P. Henson is set to appear in an upcoming episode of ABC’s Abbott Elementary. On Saturday, the announcement about Henson’s casting was shared during an Abbott Elementary panel, which featured Sheryl Lee Ralph, Lisa Ann Walter, Tyler James Williams and William Stanford Davis. The other cast members, Janelle …
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