Taraji P. Henson
| Born | September 11, 1970 |
| Hometown | Washington, D.C., United States |
| Net worth | $12 million |
| Height | 5'4" (1.63m) |
| Children | Marcel Henson |
| Parents | Boris Henson, Bernice Gordon |
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Taraji P. Henson Signs With Independent Artist Group (EXCLUSIVE)
- Academy Award-nominated actor, producer, #1 New York Times best selling author, mental health advocate and entrepreneur Taraji P. Henson has signed with Independent Artist Group (IAG) for representation. IAG will also represent Henson’s production company TPH Entertainment, which has a first look deal at BET. During her career spanning decades, Henson has received an Oscar …
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AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
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| 2024 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture | The Color Purple (2023 film) | Nominated |
| 2017 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture | Hidden Figures | Winner |
| 2016 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series | Empire | Nominated |
| 2016 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama | Empire | Winner |
| 2015 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series | Empire | Nominated |
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Taraji P. Henson Pairs Fuchsia René Caovilla Sandals and Baby Blue Blazer Dress for Essence’s Black Women in Hollywood Awards 2025
Taraji P. Henson knows how to stand out. “The Color Purple” actress attended the 2025 Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards which took place at the Fairmont Century Plaza on Feb. 27 in Los Angeles, California. As the awards are celebrating their 18th year, and their 2025 honorees include Marla Gibbs, Teyana Taylor, Cynthia Erivo, …
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NYC entertainers and creatives feel connected to LA. That link is driving cross-country fire relief
The deadly Los Angeles wildfires had just begun when Comic Relief US' new CEO took the helm at the charity that uses entertainment to combat poverty. Michele Ganeless noticed Hollywood's response all the way from New York. The Largo, an intimate nightclub featuring A-list comedians, hosted benefit performances.
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Taraji P. Henson Puts Forth an Elegant Take on the Shirtless Blazer Trend at NAACP Image Awards 2025
The actress dressed up the trend with a floor-length skirt that featured a train.
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Taraji P. Henson Takes Home Two Awards in Dazzling Rhinestone-Adorned Pumps at NAACP Image Awards 2025
The actress won in two categories, "Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Television (Series, Special, Movie)" and "Outstanding Literary Work – Children."
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2025 NAACP Image Awards Winners List: Keke Palmer, Damon Wayans, Queen Latifah, And More
From TV and film to music and social commentary, here's who scored big this year.
- EntertainmentBillboard
Deon Cole Set to Host 2025 NAACP Image Awards, Ledisi to Perform
DJ D-Nice will lead a tribute to the late, great Quincy Jones.
- EntertainmentThe Hollywood Reporter
NAACP Image Awards: Ayo Edebiri, Taraji P. Henson, Samuel L. Jackson, Keke Palmer Among Night One Non-Televised Winners
More prizes will be doled out in off-camera presentations this week, ahead of the televised ceremony on Saturday on BET and CBS.
- EntertainmentThe Wrap
Samuel L. Jackson, Ayo Edebiri, Taraji P. Henson Among Winners on First Night of NAACP Image Awards
The first round of winners were announced ahead of the 56th annual awards telecast on Feb. 22 The post Samuel L. Jackson, Ayo Edebiri, Taraji P. Henson Among Winners on First Night of NAACP Image Awards appeared first on TheWrap.
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Good Day Atlanta viewer information: February 17, 2025
Here are the special guests and segments featured on Good Day Atlanta for Feb. 17, 2025.
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Taraji P. Henson Elevates Little Black Dress With Exaggerated Ruffles for David Yurman Party
The actress piled on the shimmering jewelry.
