#Tarji P. Henson

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The ladies of The Color Purple Musical for ELLE’s 2023 Women in Hollywood issue. Photography by Adrienne Raquel.

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I need a movie of Gen X folks gearing up for a high school reunion and it needs to have Ice Cube, Dwayne Johnson, Will Smith, Queen Latifa, Regina King, Tarji P. Henson, Joaquin Phoenix and Milla Jovovich.

Nothing but 80s bangers and fashions from opening to closing credits.

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mwf? the graphics are so pretty <3

you are so sweet, thank you so much ! i'd love anyone your little heart desires, but here are some suggestions for you. jasmin savoy brown, mikey madison, devyn nekoda, natalia dyer, havana rose liu, billie lourd, liana liberato, kathryn newton, lupita nyong'o, keke palmer, samara weaving, florence pugh, sydney sweeney, camila mendes, sabrina carpenter, alexa demie, roberta colindrez, elizabeth gillies, maggie q, rachel sennott, carlson young, sofia carson, olivia holt, kiernan shipka, tarji p henson, anya taylor joy, sarah paulson, willa fitzgerald, suki waterhouse, virginia gardner, and elizabeth lail.

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BET Awards 2023: Meet Five Funniest Hosts Ever to Grace the Stage

These hosts were guaranteed to show audiences and viewers at home a good time.

For over two decades, the BET Awards has been honoring some of the biggest and brightest names in Black Hollywood, all with the help of an illustrious list of guest hosts. Emceeing a celebration of this magnitude is a task only reserved for someone who really knows how to command an audience and keep the laughter and night flowing without ever skipping a beat.

The following stars showed up and showed out during their hosting duties, keeping viewers  entertained with hilariously funny moments coupled with a stage presence that still has us talking about them today.

Monique / 2002-2004 and 2007Comedian and Academy Award-winning actressMonique gave one the most iconic show openings during the 2004 ceremony, delivering a high energy and  show-stopping dance number. The multifaceted entertainer hosted the show from 2002 to 2004 before returning to the 7th annual show in June 2007 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.RELATED: BET Awards 2023: Date Announced For Culture’s Biggest Night

Jamie Foxx / 2018It was a night of celebrating Black excellence when actor and musician Jamie Foxx took over hosting duties during the 2018 ceremony. The Oscar-winning star also gave a passionate piano-led tribute to singer Anita Baker.

Kevin Hart / 2011Comedian and actor Kevin Hart left viewers in stitches during his hosting of the 2011 BET Awards. The star’s presentation included several hilarious moments, including a step choreography featuring young performers and an appearance from his rap persona Chocolate Droppa.

Steve Harvey and Cedric the Entertainer / 2001On June 19, 2001, the original kings of comedy, Steve Harvey and Cedric the Entertainer, hosted the first ever BET Awards in Las Vegas at the Paris Las Vegas, where legendary rap duo Outkast earned the first award of the night.

Taraji P. Henson / 2021-Actress and producer Tarji P. Henson took over hosting duties at the BET Awards in 2021 following the show first ever virtual show—an effect of the COVID-10 pandemic that began in 2020.

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Review: Hidden Figures (2016)

I got thirty minutes into this movie before I quit. Thirty. Minutes. How bad is your movie that me, the man who willingly watched Birdemic, The Room, Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, Suicide Squad, and Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, couldn't finish your movie. About a topic that is easily one ripe for good cinema. You have failed. Completely and utterly, and on every conceivable level.

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“Yu Tsai defines multifaceted. A Taiwanese born director and photographer, his first passions were Biology and Wildlife Zoology before venturing forth to a journey in the arts. Yu Tsai’s inspirations are a product of his studies and extensive travels to Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. After shifting direction from scientific studies, Yu Tsai earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Art Center College of Design.

Early on, he collaborated with countless directors and creative minds in the film industry on script development and treatments, which led to his present focus in fashion and commercial photography and directing. Drawing from expertise and talents in design, this journey lead Yu Tsai to his present focus of fashion and advertising photography merging into the world of celebrity. Yu Tsai’s effortless and authentic manner generates an atmosphere of trust that is unmatched by his peers.

Yu Tsai’s collaborations with the industry’s most visible, beautiful, and provocative talent includes actors Leonardo Dicaprio, Nicole Kidman, Angelina Jolie, Tarji P. Henson, Jessica Chastain, Bruce Willis, Jon Hamm, Anne Hathaway, Forest Whitaker, James Franco, Keira Nightly, Ewan McGregror, and musicians as diverse as Ringo Starr, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys, Nick Jonas, Katy Perry, and P Diddy.

Creating iconic imagery for international brands[...], Yu Tsai has worked on groundbreaking and enduring projects. Developing relationships and trust, Yu Tsai has helped to launch the careers of many supermodels including Kate Upton, Candice Swanepoel, Elsa Hosk, Jessica Hart, and Irina Shayk, and Hailey Clauson.

His accomplishments in the fashion industry make him a highly sought expert, appearing as judge and mentor on America’s Next Top Model, Asia’s Next Top Model, ISupermodel in China, host of the Oscar Red Carpet on ABC, as well as appearances on Germany’s Next Top Model.

A passionate foodie and cook, Yu Tsai is producer and host of a television show, near to his heart, called Street to Kitchen Asia. STKA highlights everyday heroes at work in night markets and in family restaurants in Taiwan, focusing on the heritage of the recipes and the generations preserving them. Street to Kitchen Asia airs on Fox Asia as well as National Geographic and is in production on its second season.” - ‘Bio’ yutsai.com

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DEAR CLASS OF 2020: It’s Commencement SZN! The Obamas, Taraji P. Henson, Loni Love & More Step Up To Make It Memorable

Graduation season is here! Unfortunately, grads will not be able to walk across the stage to receive their diplomas. However, celebs are stepping in to make it a memorable 2020 Commencement. Grab your cap and gown and celebrate inside…

It sucks that grade schoolers, professional school grads, high school seniors and college students will not get to experience walking across the stage to celebrate the next step in their lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Facebook, YouTube and other social media platforms have teamed up with celebs to host virtual commencement ceremonies for the history books.

We already told you about Facebook's graduation ceremony that will feature speeches and appearances from Oprah, Lil Nas X and more on May15th. Now, additional commencement ceremonies have been planned to give the Class of 2020 the best commencement ceremony ever considering the circumstances.

Forever president Barack Obama is set to deliver a special speech during the “Show Me Your Walk HBCU Edition” virtual commencement to honor Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The ceremony is scheduled to go down on May 16th at 2pm EST. The event will be hosted by Kevin Hart with special appearances from Steve Harvey, NBA ballers Chris Paul and Vince Carter, legendary actress Debbie Allen, actress Vivica Fox.

Graduates will also be treated to performances by Anthony Hamilton, Wyclef Jean, Omari Hardwick, and other musical guests—as well as a drumline mash-up featuring Doug E. Fresh.

Other participants include Chase Consumer Banking CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett, Ariel Investments Co-CEO and President Mellody Hobson, National Urban League president Marc Morial, and academic leaders from participating HBCUs.

The two-hour commencement will be live-streamed on Chase’s YouTube, Twitter, and LinkedIn channels, as well as HBCU Connect’s Facebook page and Essence Studios on Saturday, May 16th at 2pm EST.

People have been vocal about wanting the Obamas to speak to the graduating class of 2020. And they heard everyone's call.

"Over the past month, President and Mrs. Obama have received dozens of requests from around the globe to address graduating classes whose in-person commencement events have been cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic," the former president's office said in a statement on Tuesday. "Today, the Obamas are pleased to announce that they will participate in multiple virtual commencement celebrations for students, families and educators."

Forever President O will also deliver a speech for the "Graduate Together" virtual event that will air on ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC, as well as Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms.

Other celeb guests include LeBron James,Yara Shahidi, H.E.R., Lena Waithe, Pharrell Williams, Malala Yousafzai, the Jonas Brothers, Bad Bunny, Megan Rapinoe, and Ben Platt. The ceremony will take place on May 16th at 8pm EST and will air on the networks and social media platforms mentioned.

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                  To the #Classof2020, I know how hard you all have worked to make it to graduation. You’ve put in long hours studying. You’ve thrown yourself into extracurricular activities and after-school jobs. And you’ve done everything you can to be there for your friends through it all. Some of you will be the first in your families to graduate from high school or college, making this occasion all the more special. And I know that none of you imagined you would be closing this chapter of your life through a computer or phone screen. But I still want to make sure you still get the celebration you deserve. That’s why, through my @reachhigher Initiative, I’m working with @youtube Originals to host a special virtual graduation for you on June 6th. Whether you’re graduating from high school, college, or any other kind of school––we want you, your family, and all of your loved ones to be a part of this celebration. And we want to do this right for all of you, so I’ll be inviting some very special guests—including @BarackObama—to help ring in this momentous day. RSVP here bit.ly/RHGraduation and then tune in on June 6th at yt.be/classof2020. #ReachHigher

A post shared by Michelle Obama (@michelleobama) on May 5, 2020 at 8:22am PDT

  President O along with his wife Michelle Obama will be hosting YouTube's virtual "Dear Class of 2020" celebration on June 6th for the class of 2020. Other celebs that will participate include Kerry Washington, Alicia Keys, Lady Gaga, Malala Yousafzai, Sundar Pichai, former Defense Secretary Bob Gates, former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.

The live stream will start at 3pm EST on June 6th.

The "iHeartMedia’s Podcast Commencement: Speeches for the Class of 2020" is set to go down May 15th, which would include speeches from John Legend, Khalid, Pitbull, Hillary Clinton, Jimmy Fallon and more.

Her Campus’ "I’m Still Graduating" event will feature speeches from Teyana Taylor and more.

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                  Technicians! I'm excited to announce that I will be the 2020 Cass Technical High School Virtual Commencement Speaker! I'm so humbled to return to my alma mater. Thxs to Principal Phillips and staff for the invitation! Looking forward #CassTech #DetroitAllDay @casstechalumni

A post shared by Loni Love (@comiclonilove) on May 13, 2020 at 3:46pm PDT

  "The Real" co-host Loni Love announced she'll be delivering the commencement speech for her alma mater, Cass Technical High School, one of Detroit's most prestigious and highest-performing schools. It'll be her very first commencement speech. By the way, Loni went on to become an engineer as well before entering the comedy and hosting game.

The EMMY winner - rocking her Cass Tech t-shirt - proudly shared the news on the show (recorded from home).

"I will be giving a virtual commencement to my alma mater, for my high school, Cass Tech in June. It will be my first commencement speech," she shared.

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    Oscar nominated actress Taraji P. Henson will be delivering the commencement speech for Prince George's County Schools "eGraduation Celebration in Maryland" commencement event. The Oxon Hill native will be joined by several celebrities including R&B singer Kenny Lattimore, radio host/comedian Joe Clair, NFL cornerback Joe Haden and local news anchor Taylor Thomas.

The event will be televised locally on Saturday May 30th (via WJLA 24/7) and the following day at noon (via ABC7).

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  SHOUTOUT TO THIS MEMPHIS XAVERITE! This Xaverite from Memphis couldn’t walk across the stage this past weekend due to the pandemic. Her dad built the graduation stage in the driveway of their Southeast MEMPHIS home. CONGRATULATIONS YOUNG LADY! From a Xaverite to another! pic.twitter.com/7THflS8XX3

— Jeremy Pierre FOX13 (@JeremypierreFOX) May 11, 2020

  No graduation stage? No problem! This proud Memphis dad built a stage for his daughter to walk across.

Torrence Burson said he hated to see his daughter, Gabrielle Pierce, upset that she couldn't walk across the stage to receive her diploma from Xavier University of Louisiana. So, he made it happen.

"After all those years, you’re going to walk across somebody’s stage if I have to build you one myself," Burson told FOX 13. And that's exactly what he did.

“Initially I was upset, I was crying. It took me like a week to stop crying. I really wanted to walk, I felt like I needed to walk,” Gabrielle said.

“I went to bed and woke up in the middle of the night and said, ‘that’s it. I’m just going to be the graduation here,'” Burson said.

Dad built the stage, they held a ceremony and it was everything the 2020 grad could ask for during this trying time.

“I was just I awe. I was amazed. I couldn’t believe a lot of people showed up. People were driving by yelling congratulations,” said Gabrielle.

Loves it!

Speaking of makeshift graduation ceremonies:

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                  Being a mother & a daughter makes this a day to be celebrated as well as celebrate. Took this pic yesterday with my mom @mamajoyce1_ that I love so much & my babies @rileyburruss @acetucker @blazetucker & my hubby @todd167. Only missing @kpt__! I feel like Mother’s Day started yesterday. So much love! Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. I hope you’re having a wonderful day today!

A post shared by Kandi Burruss (@kandi) on May 10, 2020 at 8:57am PDT

  "RHOA" star Kandi Burruss celebrated her daughter Riley Burruss' graduating high school. They called family and friends over to drive by and congratulate Riley for her big accomplishment:

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                  Today is mommy day but I’m still thinking about yesterday when we celebrated @rileyburruss being an official high school graduate! Thank you to my family & friends who came to show love. Sign by: @signgypsiesgeorgia

A post shared by Kandi Burruss (@kandi) on May 10, 2020 at 4:52pm PDT

  Congrats, Riley!

Photo: White House Photo by Pete Souza

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#ICYMI Taraji P. Henson thanks the naysayers!  She's  getting her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  https://www.firstladyb.com/tarji-p-henson-hollywood-fame/

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i'm gonna accept in like 45-ish minutes, sorry for the late acceptance and being so off lately, but it just give more people more time to apply and you know what fc's are great to apply for? Jessica Parker Kennedy, Meagan Tandy, Nafessa Williams, Mindy Kaling, Viola Davis, Angela Bassett, Shay Mitchell, Dominique Jackson, Vanessa Williams, Vanessa Morgan, Mj Rodriguez, Angelica Ross, Indya Moore, Tarji P. Henson, China Anne Mcclain, Stephanie Beatriz, Hannah Simone, Melissa Fumero & Javicia Leslie.

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i'm gonna accept in like 45-ish minutes, sorry for the late acceptance and being so off lately, but it just give more people more time to apply and you know what fc's are great to apply for? Jessica Parker Kennedy, Meagan Tandy, Nafessa Williams, Mindy Kaling, Viola Davis, Angela Bassett, Shay Mitchell, Dominique Jackson, Vanessa Williams, Vanessa Morgan, Mj Rodriguez, Angelica Ross, Indya Moore, Tarji P. Henson, China Anne Mcclain, Stephanie Beatriz, Hannah Simone, Melissa Fumero & Javicia Leslie.

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mwf?

there are so many beautiful faces i'd love to see ! jenna ortega, jasmin savoy brown, billie lourd, lupita nyong'o, keke palmer, samara weaving, havana rose liu, florence pugh, camila mendes, roberta colindrez, chloe bailey, halle bailey, carlson young, willa fitzgerald, rachel sennott, elizabeth gillies, salma hayek, constance wu, nathalie emmanuel, kaia gerber, elizabeth gillies, zendaya, rachel zegler, olivia rodrigo, tarji p henson, sabrina carpenter, natasha lyonne, jamie lee curtis, sofia carson, maggie q, anya taylor joy, vera farmiga, sarah paulson, and i'm sure there's so many more ! if you're looking for a specific vibe or anything, let me know. i'll brainstorm !

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KERRY WASHINGTON, TERRENCE HOWARD, TARJI P. HENSON, COLIN FIRTH, JON HAMM, DAVID OYELOWO AND FRED ARMISEN POSE FOR PHOTOS AT THE 2017 FILM INDEPENDENT SPIRIT AWARDS. The Film Independent Spirit Awards (abbreviated "Spirit Awards" and originally known as the FINDIE or Friends of Independents Awards), founded in 1984, are awards dedicated to independent filmmakers. In 1986, the event was renamed the Independent Spirit Awards. Now called the Film Independent Spirit Awards, the show is produced by Film Independent, the non-profit arts organization whose mission is to champion creative independence in visual storytelling and support a community of artists who embody diversity, innovation and uniqueness of vision. Film Independent Members vote to determine the winners of the Spirit Awards. Vera Gedalia and Daya. #ILTVMag #Oscars #SpiritAwards Follow us for more Inside Look!

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Bitchhhh oomf just said Zendaya can't act I'm logging tf off ALL DAY

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Iconography that needs to be apart of the history books: Tarji P Henson with her phone out