Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson is an American actress known for her breakout role in Baby Boy (2001) and her successful career in Hollywood.

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Profession :

Movie Actress

Birthday :

September 11, 1970

Star Sign :

Virgo

Age :

54

Birthplace :

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Taraji P. Henson, an American actress and singer, first gained recognition with her breakthrough role in the 2001 film Baby Boy. She is best known for her portrayal of Cookie Lyon in the musical drama series Empire, which earned her a Golden Globe for Best Actress. Henson has appeared in popular films such as The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Hidden Figures, and What Men Want, as well as TV shows and movies like Proud Mary and Acrimony. In addition to acting, Henson is an executive producer and director, having worked on projects like Taraji’s White Hot Holiday Special and Tell It Like a Woman. After studying acting at Howard University, she began her Hollywood career with guest roles on various television shows before achieving her breakthrough in Baby Boy.