Taraji P. Henson's "Empire"

[@rachaelb982]

taraji has always lighten the room, she's cool on and off camera

[@lashonday.wright8955]

I love Taraji Henson! She's always been a good actress!

[@melissatrejo536]

Yesss!! She’s my favorite actress 😩💓

[@rosemarynjoki8257]

Efke is fine thanks so kind of us are in the email that I sent you the email that was the first one

[@vleaky3430]

I know right! Taraji is my favorite Cookie character.

[@MannysMillennialMouth]

Taraji on Empire Kerry on Scandal Viola on How To Get Away With Murder Gabrielle on Being Mary Jane Tika on the Haves and the Have Nots Angela Bassett on American Horror Story Jada Pinkette on Gotham Tracee Ellis Ross on Blackish BLACK WOMEN ARE RUNNING PRIME TIME TELEVISION!!

[@ThisisKalaTV]

#lovelovelove □ ❤ ↔ So proud !!!

[@AllIAm1]

Nicole Beharie in Sleepy Hollow as well!

[@ztriesitall]

It's awesome!

[@HumbleGloryPod]

I was thinking the same thing!!

[@roter13]

yeah can we now get some black men and Asians, and NATIVE AMERICANS in leading roles

[@CocoaBelow]

she talks about her character with so much passion

[@lovesmerlot]

"Cookie!" I love her! She is such a good actress. God Bless her.

[@masegomaeci6192]

thats the true meaning of love. blessing others

[@RoseKimberly]

OMG YESS guys don't court, she is my friend in my head, Ms. Taraji your my girl, love you:) #teamvirgo

[@Boobalopbop]

Me toooooo!!! She is the only actress that continues to impress me more and more every time I see her in a movie, interview, twitter beef, everything, lol, She isso gorgeous, real and funny. I wish we were besties!

[@missbreezy3469]

rose!!!

[@RoseKimberly]

Boobalopbop right gorgeous;))

[@RoseKimberly]

miss breezy heyy beautiful:)) hehe you watch Wendy too:))

[@missbreezy3469]

Rose Kimberly you know it🙌🙌

[@Saphireaway]

"um.. im a little worth more than pancakes." yesssssssss!!

[@gordon1872]

+Blahhh L

[@rainbowens4712]

yes yes yes lmao

[@missincognito2666]

Hannah Turley isn’t she now she’s engaged so happy for her

[@melissamiramon284]

Taraji and Terrence. Best chemistry ever!💋

[@carolynhowell7624]

Melissa Miramon Taraji. and. Michael Ealy have good chemistry

[@aprilmay90585]

That's kind of embarrassing that Wendy doesn't know anything about the show and keeps messing information up. At least Taraji is classy about it. :)

[@MinaM93067]

Exactly

[@nouyasmine57]

aprilmay90585 Doesn't she normally have to read up on her guests? I think over the years she has stopped trying. I love Wendy but she isn't as fresh as she used to be.

[@yeahIhave]

+aprilmay90585 I bet she does now..the show is huuuuge

[@SammyCee27]

+aprilmay90585 ... So disappointing.

[@rhas20]

It's kinda stupid that she didn't watch the show when she knew she'll be interviewing the star the next day!!

[@rau245]

"lucious put my baby into a trash can" and then her expression 😂😂

[@LaurenDevin]

I love Taraji! She is so animated and hilarious. Love the show!

[@Keyshaw30]

I totally agree with Taraji! Guys dont want to date anymore!

[@justwineaboutit]

True

[@King82005]

JuicyPrada I know the dudes in the audience was mad when she said that lol

[@mp4455]

Preach.. guys do not court anymore

[@waxdominioni3303]

Would take you on a date anytime!

[@lsmith218]

That is the truth! I was just talking about that, then came across this interview.

[@blkhunk23]

when Terrence "Lucious" Howard threw his son in the TRASH...tears started running down on my chicks, not that I experienced that kinda situation but as a BLACK GAY MAN, that could've been me or it may have ACTUALLY happened to another gay brother or/and sister. Overall, that show is fuckin GREAT and the ACTING if OFF THE CHARTS

[@jcdoakes]

So heartbreaking & actually happened to lee Daniels

[@blkhunk23]

jcdoakes BRIGITTE BARDOT (google her out) once said: "The more I know men, the more I love my dogs"...like how can we pride ourselves of being BETTER and ABOVE animals yet our actions show otherwise? As a HUMAN BEING, how can you throw your CHILD...I can't even finish my sentence

[@jcdoakes]

Exactly it's so heartbreaking !! That's why I'm so glad he's telling this story & showing this side of things bc most tv shows just make homosexuality look all peachy like everyone is so sweet but some are very mean

[@jiutheloml]

i'm not a gay guy but to think that someone could hate their son for their sexuality is heartbreaking so i had the same reaction

[@koeathalatrice]

Lee Daniels stated in an interview that this scene happened to him when he was little. When they were filming he stated he had to look away... I think it was kinda therapeutic for him.

[@Shae_3]

" I ain't fighting K.Michelle" "That was a serious joke" 😂😂😂

[@onlyh8720]

🤣🤣🤣

[@JustNess78]

Wow, Taraji is absolutely gorgeous! Love her hair and makeup, too.... perfect! :)

[@heyblackgirlhey]

Taraji is the 'It factor' on every level‼️👏👏👏 I debated about watching Empire, until I realized she was on it. It is worth watching just to see her. She is pure entertainment. Thank you Wendy and staff for securing her as a guest so soon after the shows premiered. It adds a bit of spice‼️🔥✨💫❤️💋

[@coolbreeze3769]

That Taraji is a gorgeous woman! She's smooth a ice and twice as nice!! And I don't think she's ever had a bad day in her damn life!!

[@connielacaze6568]

So me and you both like house party 4 lol

[@KING090589]

LOVE Taraji! She knows how to interview! And Empire is a new favorite of mine DEFINITELY!

[@carltonn1050]

"Seriously where's the WINE!!!!!" Lmao😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Sasori2105]

There is something very genuine about Taraji that is really alluring. The show looks really good too.

[@rushofblood994]

I remember her role as Queenie in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. God she was incredible.

[@NellieKAdaba]

+Alistair Drennan Great movie.

[@nenerideout5522]

I love that Movie 🥰

[@kevinhaynes2031]

@@nenerideout5522 I agree with you, she should've won that oscar for that movie

[@LayRoyalty]

Fucking amazing show. It was really captivating. It had drama of every level, scheming, backstabbing, killings, conspiracies, drugs, sex, homosexuality lol, and everything you can think of.

[@dmathmothtutinean8950]

"... amazing show. It was really captivating. It had drama of every level, scheming, backstabbing, killings, conspiracies, drugs, sex, homosexuality lol, and everything you can think of..." ERR, WELL.... I see what you said and saw what was shown, and, can, CAN think of a LOT more...a LOT MORE than that!!!

[@brycybrice9179]

Seriously like I need to take a sedative to ease my anxiety in anticipation for the next episode ! It's damming to my health

[@slimsxyblkwoman]

Lay "V.I.P." Royalty I love what you wrote but I love that gorgeous image in your avatar more!

[@mickellacoates762]

Ueggw

[@ct3gct3g]

Finally. About time people recognize the hatred against homosexuality. People don't realize how fucking hurtful it is to be hated for something a person can't help. We don't have an agenda to break up straight marriages, nor do we plan on attacking anyone with our gayness. We just want to be treated as people and not pests. Needless to say, this sow is fucking amazing.

[@ddl74]

Taraji is so fierce on Empire. She's such a good actress, great personality and smokin' hot.

[@GailBecker-MSED-CM-Author]

MY GOODNESS, HOW I LOVE THIS WOMAN AND "EMPIRE!!"

[@rhas20]

Did she just call Andre a basketball player?? Girl, do you even watch the show???

[@GailBecker-MSED-CM-Author]

😃😅😂😂😂😂😂😂True!😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😅

[@KizzMyAwezomenezz]

R . H I'm dead

[@livest_one3527]

On me 😂😂😂😂

[@Broughton1128]

Wendy was totally out of line with her "Bye, Phylicia", regarding Phylicia Rashad's recent defense of Dr. Cosby. Ms. Rashad was misquoted, as stated by Roger Friedman & Ms. Rashad herself. She was simply expressing her overall view of the situation & supporting Dr. Cosby - a man who she has known (on and off screen) for more than 30yrs. Ms. Rashad is an immensely talented, well-respected woman of substance and an ICON. To dismiss her is beyond disrespectful and shows Wendy's inability to show neutrality. Ms. Rashad is the latest in a long list of black luminaries Wendy has disrespected. She has done the same to Oprah, Janet Jackson and Whitney Houston; only to turn around a breakdown over the passing of Ms. Houston. I would advise Wendy to watch herself. She has way too many skeletons in that closet of hers to throw stones at people who helped pave the way for her to even have a talk show. So, while she's saying #ByePhylicia, I'm saying #ByeWendy!

[@kayla444]

You need to chill. 'Bye Felicia' is an expression commonly used especially amongst black people. It started because of the film 'Friday' so relax.

[@Broughton1128]

You are the one who needs to "chill". I'm well-aware of the origin of the phrase. And, the Felicia character in the film was a crackhead, was she not? I am an Entertainment Attorney and personal friend of Ms. Rashad. The manner/context in which Wendy used the colloquial phrase was dismissive & disrespectful. Ms. Rashad was coming from a sincere place, while Wendy was being her usual [brash] self. If you saw/see it differently, fine. But don't tell me to "chill" or "relax". I said what I said and I meant it. Good day.

[@RyanGarloff]

Why are you writing this on a video of Taraji's interview?...

[@Broughton1128]

I concur. Wendy has an axe to grind, because Dr. Cosby admonished her years ago (during her radio days) for attempting to sully his name. So she doesn't want to hear anyone supporting him; yet, a few weeks ago she asked "Why haven't any of Dr. Cosby's former co-stars come to his defense?" The moment they do, she dismisses them. Wendy is disrespectful, beyond messy, and a hypocrite.

[@ohwhale.]

Phylicia was also dismissive of the women who have accused Cosby of rape. She was misquoted, but what she did say for a fact was, "This is not about those women. This is about Bill Cosby." That was such a dismissive and callous remark so it's only right that Wendy dismissed Ms. Rashad's comments.

[@IAMMOVIN4WARD]

Taraji is sooo fine and funny! Mad smart too! Always had love for her.

[@robinmiller173]

I've tended to court women. Met a lovely black woman in 1989, took her out to a fine dining restaurant with good live dance music. We ate we dance. We went home and [redacted]. We moved in together less than a week later and got married less than two years later. Still married, still go out for nice meals, and we have liked Taraji Henson as an actress for many years -- and started following her heavily on 'Person of Interest,' in basically non-sexual role.

[@rossellinirossicalrossc3507]

lovedddddddd Empire cant wait for the next episode

[@Twisleygold]

Please buy a camera and Start making more youtube videos! and if that is u in the pic u are beyond beautiful just saying lol :P

[@Twisleygold]

Please tell me u have a instagram and twitter would love 2 follow kbye :D

[@rossellinirossicalrossc3507]

TwizleyGold hahaha aw thank you!! Yes my twitter and Instagram names are Rossical

[@Twisleygold]

Rossellini C your welcome man just followed u also u should definitely try modeling u have the look :)

[@rossellinirossicalrossc3507]

TwizleyGold thank you, i might do, maybe you'll see me in vogue one day ;)

[@schuylerwinslow9897]

Shame that Wendy's people didn't update her about Empire. I like Wendy but I'm embarrassed for her unprofessionalism.

[@chandlerverastro3569]

Taraji is EPIC! Beauty, brains and the lady can act! LOVE HER!

[@rockie0708]

She's absolutely adorable. She's a fantastic actress. Absolutely brilliant.

[@LiveFitWithRana]

I freaking love her!!!!! So beautiful.

[@diamondjewels1944]

ONE QUESTION....HOW DID WENDY INVITE TARAJI ON HER SHOW TO DISCUSS EMPIRE AND DONT KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT IT. REALLY?

[@TheBlakmajik78]

I love her she is like the down to earth friend/associate you always like to be around, the crazy cousin, best friend, fun loving around the way girl. SO happy she's successful in her career. Much love to her!

[@tsasma8939]

she needs to produce more movies

[@sexp0t970]

lmfao i aint fightin kmichelle!!!!

[@pimpindymepiece]

I died hahaha

[@Brayquel]

Me too

[@donnageorge8830]

Dead on the spot.

[@wilfredoanunezpacheco5367]

I loved how Taraji says 'Please watch the show' back then. If she only knew how big and successful the show was going to be, I love it!

[@Cece-fr7bp]

my thoughts exactly...I just love how she loves and is proud of whatever she does..sheputs her soul into it and doesnt really care for waht anyone else says...that really inspires me

[@jayla8301]

Wendy never has her research together-she's always getting corrected by the guest.

[@nenariffic]

RIGHT!! I cringed when she said the oldest was a basketball player!!! what show was she watching??

[@alisoldado7825]

Every single one of tarajis interviews are entertaining and interesting. She has so much personality! I love it.

[@Multiplicityme2too]

Just love Taraji & Terence Together...

[@summerlyric506]

Multiplicityme2too Right. Her face when Wendy mentioned Terrance 😃Boss move of her to say get Terrance or no deal. Yes Taraji 👏👏👏👏

[@azaleastar7944]

I love Taraji. She's so strong and charismatic

[@bebeheart5128]

Love Taraji! she made sure too talk about her show instead of getting into any of Wendy's usual mess.....

[@PrettyInez]

Love Taraji P Henson.....the realest lady ever man so down to earth....& beautiful personality.....One of my favorite Actress😻👌

[@breanat1508]

I just finished Tarajis' memoir and never was exposed to her or her work and now a fan forever!

[@zakkxx1]

does she play cookie or is cookie plays taraji in real life ? lol she acts the same camera or not lol

[@effzy__]

maybe that's why she's perfect for the role

[@DIMITARMIL]

roles sometimes change you at least temporarily

[@unapologetic4174]

true story, for some time you're stuck with a certain role

[@gaohemaa9626]

I think she is just perfect for it

[@paulamugabi7320]

Zack GRAHAM when u play a role that big it gets engraved in u and it becomes part of u that's if u r a great actress

[@USAMex00]

her personality is nothing I expected. She seems very down to earth.

[@Lyricgrayce]

Her hair is everything, love the highlights.

[@PopCultureKing2009]

It’s a wig but yes

[@garywilliams8588]

I LOVED Empire. That show is going to be a hit. And I LOVE Taraji! She's so real it hurts.

[@jarenc2048]

"You cookin' chicken?" "Is it fried?" Lmboooooo that makes me laugh. That was a big stereotype moment but I still love Cookie. lmbo

[@LOLANIMELOLANIME]

"Guy's don't court women anymore" I can relate to this!

[@kninez13]

Also "Women are lazy/entitled and expect men to be the ones to court them always". I can relate to this. smh

[@FriendshipIsMagic1998]

kninez You want to be courted by a woman?

[@LOLANIMELOLANIME]

Dr Scott Hall LMFAO! Times have definitely changed. He's hormonal.

[@kimmccarley6180]

0

[@KINGDEE2]

Courting women in 2024 is like fetching water in basket😂

[@mysterychic1234]

The way Taraji talks about the show it's like if it is real life. That must be why she's such an amazing actor. She becomes the role she's playing.

[@AlexGreif]

obsessed with her and her character such a great actress!

[@SasScales]

Chile if this woman is having a hard time finding a man come bury me now.

[@honeysuckleesq.3757]

I just adore Taraji Henson. I love the show too. She is right...it does happen to innocent little boys every day who are just expressing themselves. She makes Cookie and no other actress could bring what she does to that character.

[@King-eg8qn]

This show was PERFECTION! I can NOT WAIT until season 2!

[@wyatt2987]

So happy that they're addressing homosexuality in the black community. Very bold, but very necessary. This is definitely a show that I'll be watching.

[@skylaellis]

The show seems like a spin-off of hustle & flow.

[@brycybrice9179]

Please do your best to separate this from hustle and flow ! I know it's hard but for my sanity please do your very best !

[@skylaellis]

Brighton McBride I am over here laughing hard! lol. I will do MY BEST!!!

[@1thetvzone]

Brighton McBride I agree! Hustle and Flow for me was so horrible I just couldn't watch the rachetness of it

[@huntergreene9781]

That's exactly what I thought. I figured Lushious or whatever and Cookie were loosely based off of the Hustle & Flow characters.

[@wilbertdriggins192]

*****

[@JasonB95]

Taraji is a great conversationalist. I thoroughly enjoyed watching this interview.

[@tdepp2311]

She is so gorgeous love Taraji!!!

[@mustafaselat9692]

God how I love his woman! Such a pure spirit. And I already love love loveeeee Empire, I know it's gonna be one good as show!!

[@debrasmith474]

WOW! That was great.. I love Taraji she is a great actress

[@whatsthetea20bailieandsi87]

"I ain't fighting K. Michelle" LMFAO

[@SHANNALIKEHANNAH]

OMG Taraji was laying down the truth about guys not dating anymore. Why is this???

[@micalaking1904]

guys dont want to put in work anymore

[@88948895611499]

i think the easy ho's messed it up for everybody.

[@SHANNALIKEHANNAH]

***** That`s all true. I guess the problem is the lack of self worth in most women. Men can get the goods so easily without having to put in any work in most cases so just settle for the easy targets rather than putting in work for those who prefer to wait. It`s not fair!

[@micalaking1904]

***** I get where you are coming from. Trust me, I know some women so lonely that they will settle for anyone that comes their way. Its just a sad cycle.

[@Brayquel]

What man wouldn't date a goddess like Taraji? It's baffling

[@DeeLeMignon]

" I ain't fighting k.Michelle " lmaoooo bruh I love her

[@kimberlyjohnson4196]

I LOVE THIS SHOW . THAT DAMN TARAJI SHE HAS DONE IT AGAIN, THATS MY GIRL! THIS CAST IS SUPER! THANK YOU LEE DANIELS YOU DID IT AGAIN AS WELL MUCH SUCCESS TO YOU ALL, I WILL NEVER MISS A SHOW IF I CAN HELP IT!!!! GOD BLESS YOU ALL KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

[@Msclairebeautee]

Empire is the new Dynasty for those old enough to have watched it. Cookie is Joan Collins and Linda Evans in one body. Love the show Empire

[@bopstar8219]

Idris is a player on these streets, that's why he's always looking so happy

[@damnbri8230]

I love Taraji! She is such a character! Beautiful too! Love that nail color!

[@Candiedcurlies35]

I'm surprised Wendy didn't bring up the 50 Cent and Taraji twitter beef regarding Empire. Hmmm...interesting.

[@minigangsta128]

haha. Because her Hot Topics team probably didn't here about it and tell her, haha. They only have Mariah and Tory google alerts...

[@MisterFoxx]

Because that was hardly twitter beef lol

[@Joyjoy12149]

Taraji is so down to earth, she is lovely and Empire is the best show on tv. Love it

[@Jolene8]

Yasss!.... lmao! Taraji is the truth! She is truly a rarity of a gem, actress. Finally a WW show that didn't bore me to tears but that's of course due to its guest. Go T!

[@AlysonArt]

She's so pretty and open! i love her personality, it's a breath of fresh air :)

[@yokebethelihaki4143]

I love this woman personality

[@richardbullis6263]

All hail the Queen of prime time. It's about time that we had a true to life black woman who has real issues and problems and still be regal. I hope empire reigns supreme. Well acted drama. The first black soap opera.

[@itstimeforlife]

I just love Taraij! 😍

[@salimabrown2997]

Where's is the wine???Hahahhaaa!!......Gurl I love it! Great interview Taraji!

[@theshannankay]

SHE IS MY FAV ACTRESS!

[@yvette6443]

Love me some Taraji...n the way she checked 50cent i love u for that kept it classy n still got ya point across

[@ChristineDoesDrama]

I want her boots 😍😍

[@DivaStar84]

Me too lol

[@mady4443]

I wasn't going to watch Empire last night but didn't want to miss my girl Taraji. I'm so glad the first episode was a hit and had limited commercials.

[@kayc1261]

Wendy needs to do a better job of researching and knowing what's going on with her guest. She has made so many mistakes trying to explain what's going on with Empire

[@N3WY0R1CAN]

Love em both always glad to c them working together

[@LaurenDevin]

Empire is my second favorite show on television!! Scandal being number 1. haha

[@VFDSCVBHTY]

This interview is the reason why I gave in & watched Empire & I'm glad I did b/c the show is addictive & it only one episode! I literally can not wait for the 2nd episode!

[@antoinettet1177]

Wendy don't no nothing about the show. She's

[@minigangsta128]

Seriously! Like they most likely sent her a copy of the first episode a week ago and she probably made her staffers watch it, and explain it to her in the morning. Yet she still fucked it all up.

[@Littleathquakes]

galemoy she watches that reality tv mess, thas all she ever talks about now. You know Wendy wasn't watching this.

[@antoinettet1177]

if your going to interview at least no your background

[@minigangsta128]

toni Toussaint Right? Lately she has been letting that #1 rating get to her head. She has not been as sharp this season.

[@brycybrice9179]

Please lean proper English. It's sad really when blacks use Ebonics ! It's should read " Wendy doesn't know anything about the show " . Be careful with the use of double negatives

[@kisscoreysass]

I love Taraji's energy and personality!!

[@jamilavelinor3677]

I love Taraji! Her spirit and energy is infectious! I love Mrs. Hunter, but she needs to get her facts straight...did she even watch the show before she did the interview? C'mon now Wendy. You should at least know the main characters on the show...

[@karinivy]

right. dust that journalism/communications degree off Wendy and remember how its done.

[@tramaynegaines]

awww Taraji is so beautiful and perfect 💝🌸🤍💓💞💕💝💝🌸🤍🌸💝

[@andriah8126]

If the rumor is true that Lee Daniels wanted Wesley Snipes to play Lucious, he needs to thank Taraji and triple her salary for saving his show. Terrence is perfectly cast. Wesley? Man, please.

[@jmarieadams8160]

Taraji has the most genuine, endearing smiles...I wish her long success and love

[@taniaepps2335]

Love

[@thedevs10]

I am falling in love with this woman. I always hoped to see her again after Baby Boy and I'll be damn if she ain't one of the hottest SISTAS in Hollywood!! As Martin would say "You go girl"

[@LissaBrooke18]

I died when she said ' Aren't they all the same?' lmao SHADEEE

[@RockyPeterA]

Wow!! I love you Wendy, but next time you interview a person, ask them a question and don't make those kind of mistakes on the facts. It is more respectful to ask. I still love you though. I am Rocky Peter from American IDOL season 14 and I approve this message

[@PrincessRhea18]

Love Taraji and Empire is my new fav show! More African American based shows are coming up glad to see more of it on tv..

[@trfrierson]

My God she such a Virgo. Lol she was in my head about dating.

[@AmandaLeeds]

Aww I love her personality!!!

[@flexinahabit3508]

I'm not Fighting K Michelle 😂💀😂

[@Lifewith.Autumn]

My favorite actress!!!🔥🔥 One day I would love to meet her

[@simphiwevinolia9831]

what! and how did I miss this show I love cookie she's fun I am a her number 1 fan.

[@appointedvillainy]

She's so cute, funny and down-to-earth, she has great energy! I lo♥e Taraji! ☺