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Sep 2024
32m 41s

Taraji P. Henson on Using Her Voice

HODA KOTB, TODAY
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Taraji P. Henson is an actress, producer and mental health advocate. Taraji has shined in roles like “Hidden Figures”, “Empire”, and her latest project, “Fight Night”. Throughout her life and career, Taraji has overcome naysayers, proving who she is and what she has to offer. Taraji sat down with Hoda Kotb to talk about the importance of using your voice, sp ... Show More
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