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- Full name: Taraji Penda Henson
- Born: September 11, 1970
- Birthplace: Washington DC
- College: Howard UniversityWashington Post.com: Drama Queen(July 21, 2005)
- Performed It's Hard out Here for a Pimp at the 78th Academy AwardsBlack Voices: Taraji P. Henson prepares for her Oscar close up
- Dating Lamar Odom
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Taraji Henson is an American actress who has appeared in several films and television shows including Boston Legal, Hustle and Flow and Talk to Me.
In 2008, she appeared in the film The Curious Case of Benjamin Button starring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett. Henson received a Best Supporting Actress Oscar nomination for her role, but the award went to Penelope Cruz for her role in Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
Hollyscoop reported on February 10, 2009, that Henson and L.A. Lakers player Lamar Odom are romantically linked.HollyScoop: Taraji P. Henson Dating Lamar Odom (February 10, 2009)
Quotes
"My father always told me I was going to reach greatness. He was a prophet in my life. He told me, Baby, you're going to be a sensation. He spoke these things into me. He's the reason why I'm out here doing what I'm doing."—Taraji HensonBlack Voices: Taraji P. Henson prepares for her Oscar close up"I did musical theater at Howard. Music is just something that's in me, I just love music. Singing is not my first passion, it's something that I enjoy doing but I enjoy acting more."—Taraji HensonBlack Voices: Taraji P. Henson prepares for her Oscar close up
"I was a little disappointed that I didn't get the nomination because I knew he was on his way out; but he knew I was going to be on the stage. My father knew my talents, he knew my gift, and he said but wait until they hear your voice. And as soon as he said that, I get the script for Hustle & Flow."—Taraji HensonBlack Voices: Taraji P. Henson prepares for her Oscar close up
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Taraji Henson Questions
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Who *will* win the best supporting actress Oscar for 2009? Who *should* win? - Featured 3 AnswersWho Will Win – Penélope Cruz (Vicky Cristina Barcelona). Who Should Win – Marisa Tomei (The Wrestler). I haven't seen Penélope Cruz's film, but she is picked ... read more -
What is a classic rock ballet created by Jim Henson? 1 AnswerThe Muppet Movie -- "The Rainbow Connection" Performed by Jim Henson According to Wikipedia: "Kermit's version of "The Rainbow Connection" reached #25 on the B... read more -
Do you think Mishavonna Henson has what it takes to make it to American Idols Top 12? 1 AnswerI think so. She's cute, she can sing, she's got attitude, she's young, she looks and dresses the part, she's obviously driven with all the stuff she's already d... read more -
What the heck happened to Mishavonna Henson? She gone and nobody is talking about it. What happened. She was one of the best on the show. 2 AnswersShe was not picked to be in the top 12 so she is no longer on the show. read more
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Taraji Henson Timeline
- September 11, 1970: Born
- 1997: Sister, Sister
- 2000: The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle
- 2001: Baby Boy
- 2005: Hustle and Flow
- 2006: Smokin Aces
- 2007: Talk To Me
- 2007: Boston Legal
- 2008: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
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IT REALLY GETS ON MY NERVES WHEN PPL CRITIZE EVERYTHING ABOUT FOLK. NOW THEY SAYING Y DID TARAJI P HENSON SAY CRESCENDO & NOT THIS. DAMN!
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Taraji P. Henson is almost 40? WHAAAAT? That's BANANAS. :O
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@JAEPREZ - RLY DUDE !!?!! I taraji p.henson's voice : "i hate yu jae !" - lols
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NOW PLAYING: Marcus Miller - Lost Without U (Spoken Word) (Feat. Taraji P. Henson) - Mo.. http://www.radiojazzplus.com
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Him and Taraji Henson. Both of their careers are blossoming and I'm glad I'm witnessing it.
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