Taraji Henson

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)

"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

• 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