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| Born | September 11, 1970 |
| Hometown | Washington, D.C., United States of America |
| Net worth | $25 million |
| Height | 5'4" (1.63m) |
| Children | Marcel Henson |
| Parents | Boris Henson , Bernice Gordon |
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Ciara Adorns Her Bare Baby Bump with Gold Leaf for “The Color Purple” Premiere
- The singer attended the world premiere of 'The Color Purple' at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles on Wednesday
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Taraji P. Henson’s dreams ‘coming true’ working on 'The Color Purple'
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AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
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| 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 |
| 2011 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie | Taken from Me: The Tiffany Rubin Story | Nominated |
- EntertainmentWWD
Eva Longoria Shines in Stella McCartney, Taraji P. Henson Dons Pat Bo and More Stars at Critics Choice Association Celebration of Cinema & Television 2023
The celebration on Dec. 4 honored the achievements of Black, Latine and AAPI leaders, including America Ferrera, Ali Wong and Sheryl Lee Ralph.
- CelebrityPeople
Fantasia Barrino Gets Starstruck by Jennifer Lopez Mid-Speech at Awards Event: 'You're a Piece of Art'
Fantasia Barrino recently shouted out Leonardo DiCaprio at a separate Los Angeles awards show after spotting him in the audience
- EntertainmentEntertainment Weekly
2024 Oscars predictions: Who will get nominations for Best Picture and acting?
EW predicts the 2024 Oscar nominations, from Bradley Cooper and Taraji P. Henson to the next chapter of 'Oppenheimer' vs. 'Barbie.'
- CelebrityThe Hollywood Reporter
Jennifer Lopez Jokes She Doesn’t Have an Oscar or Grammy But Has Five Icon Awards: “Thank You For Seeing Me”
Elle held its annual Women in Hollywood event on Tuesday, this year celebrating America Ferrera, Danielle Brooks, Eva Longoria, Fantasia Barrino Taylor, Greta Lee, Jennifer Lopez, Jodie Foster, Lily Gladstone and Taraji P. Henson for their creative and cultural contributions. Lopez, who was presented her honor by NBCUniversal Studio Group chairman and chief content officer …
- CelebrityThe Hollywood Reporter
Events of the Week: ‘Poor Things,’ ‘The Color Purple’ and More
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Poor Things, The Color Purple and American Fiction. Leave the World Behind premiere Julia Roberts, Mahershala Ali, Ethan Hawke, Myha’la, Kevin Bacon, Farrah Mackenzie, Charlie Evans and writer-director Sam Esmail walked the carpet at the …
- CelebrityVariety
Fantasia Wants to Follow ‘The Color Purple’ by Starring in a ‘John Wick’ Movie: ‘I Want Something Where I Can Kick Ass’
As Fantasia Barrino rides the awards season buzz for her feature film acting debut in “The Color Purple,” the “American Idol” winner is thinking of her next moves on the big screen. “I want something very challenging,” Fantasia told Variety Tuesday night at Elle’s Women in Hollywood event in Los Angeles, where she was honored …
- StyleFashionista
'The Color Purple' Press Tour Fashion Brings Vibrancy to the Red Carpet
See all the best looks Taraji P. Henson, Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks have worn while promoting the film.
- EntertainmentWWD
Carol’s Daughter Partners With ‘The Color Purple’ on Hair Care Collections, Special Screenings and More
The brand was named the official hair care partner of the upcoming film, which will be released in theaters Dec. 25.
- EntertainmentBANG Showbiz
Halle Bailey: Success has made me stronger
'The Little Mermaid' star Halle Bailey has revealed that she feels stronger than ever.
- EntertainmentPeople
Taraji P. Henson Recalls Voting for Fantasia on “American Idol” So Many Times Her 'Finger Went Numb' (Exclusive)
'The Color Purple,' starring Henson and Barrino, arrives in theaters on Dec. 25
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