logo
Getty Images
Getty Images

Queen Latifah Honored Her Friend Taraji P Henson on Her 50th Birthday With a Sweet Tribute

Gracious Egedegbe
Sep 14, 2020
11:38 A.M.

Queen Latifah recently shared a photo of herself with Taraji P. Henson in honor of her 50th birthday. She also penned a sweet tribute where she described the actress as her sister.

Advertisement

Taraji P. Henson turned 50 over the weekend and she was met with warm wishes from her family, friends, including ace actress Queen Latifah.

Taking to Instagram, Latifah shared a photo of herself and Henson flashing heartfelt smiles as they posed next to each other.

Actress Queen Latifah at the 2017 BronzeLens Film Festival Women SuperStars Luncheon at Westin Peachtree Plaza on August 25, 2017. | Photo: Getty Images

Actress Queen Latifah at the 2017 BronzeLens Film Festival Women SuperStars Luncheon at Westin Peachtree Plaza on August 25, 2017. | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

While Henson wore her hair in a sleek bun, Latifah rocked a long straight hairstyle parted by the side. The adorable picture was accompanied by a caption that read:

"Happy birthday to my talented sista @tarajiphenson."

Advertisement

Latifah concluded the heartfelt note by wishing Henson a birthday celebration filled with light and laughter. Shortly after sharing the post, fans and followers took to the comments section where they left their best wishes for Henson.

Born on September 11, 1970, Henson is most famous for her role as Cookie Lyon in the hit series, "Empire." Henson's character quickly became a fan favorite for her sassy remarks and flashy fashion style. This also made the show one of the biggest in its first year of release.

She also advised people trying to negotiate higher wages to know their worth and go where it will be paid for.

Advertisement
Advertisement

In 2015, Henson received an Emmy nomination for Lead Actress in a Drama. By the following year, she won a Golden Globe Award which was her first

While making her way to the stage for her acceptance speech, Henson picked up cookies from a table and shared them to people in the audience in honor of her character.

Advertisement

Like many actors and actresses, Henson's fans haven't been able to separate her off-screen identity from her character on "Empire." The actress once admitted that she opted for a stylish haircut to help distinguish herself from Cookie, but it didn't appear to have helped.

In addition to her career as an actress, Henson has also proven herself to be an advocate and activist for causes that she believes in. In March, the actress opened up about how she would keep fighting against being underpaid because of her gender.

She also advised people trying to negotiate higher wages to know their worth and go where it will be paid for. For this actress, giving up is not an option and she is teaching others how to keep fighting for their dreams.

Advertisement
info
Please fill in your e-mail so we can share with you our top stories!
By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy
Advertisement
Related posts

Sandra Oh's Partner Is a Doting Father Yet the Actress Decided She Will Remain Childless

February 27, 2022

Chrissy Metz's Ex-husband Martyn Eaden Filed for Divorce in 2014 — Her Love Life Flourished after They Split

January 26, 2022

Old Lady Shares Gas with Man Rushing to Sick Mom, Her Kindness Is Rewarded When Bank Calls Her— Story of the Day

April 23, 2022

Gabby Sidibe Is 'Against Tradition' for Her Wedding to Fiancé Who Is 'Using' Her for Industry Connections

May 15, 2022

Debra Winger Still Saves White Dress from 1st Wedding as It Felt 'Electrifying' Wearing It for Her 2nd Husband

March 15, 2022

Viola Davis Was Criticized for Her Lip Expressions While Playing Michelle Obama & Is 'Glad It's Over'

May 01, 2022

Lisa Whelchel Was Married for 24 Years to Pastor & 'Never Thought' Divorce Would Happen to Her

March 28, 2022

Maggie Smith & Beverley Cross Were Happily Married for 23 Years — Losing Him Made Her Life 'Pointless'

February 19, 2022

Tia Mowry's Husband Waited a Year to Ask Her Permission for 1ST Kiss Even Though She Knew He Was 'The One'

May 15, 2022

Jamie Lee Curtis Reveals Plastic Surgeries Made Her Feel Worse & That the Changes Were 'Humiliating'

May 19, 2022

Cole Hauser's Wife Sacrificed an Egg to Help Twin Sister Have Her Niece ⁠— Meet the 'Sweet Valley High' Stars

March 24, 2022

Jennifer Grey Was Married to Clark Gregg for 19 Years and Share a Child — She Cried When They Separated

February 06, 2022

Betty White Was Proud 'To Be In Such Good Health' before Her 100th Birthday — Unpacking Her Last Interview

May 02, 2022

‘Blue Bloods’ Amy Carlson Is a Loving Wife to Husband Syd Butler for 17 Years & Doting Mom of 2 Kids

February 06, 2022