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Taraji P. Henson is an accomplished American actress known for her exceptional performances in film and television. Born on September 11, 1970, she has starred in various projects, including the 'Thor' series and 'Black Panther'. Henson is celebrated for her powerful acting skills and diverse role choices, spanning from drama to comedy.

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“I love the art of acting, so I don't care if I'm in a movie with 10 people, two people, or by myself. I just really enjoy it.”

People Ifs Art Two Care Enjoy Acting Don't Care I Don't Care

Author:Taraji P. Henson

“I don't harp on the negative because if you do, then there's no progression. There's no forward movement. You got to always look on the bright side of things, and we are in control. Like, you have control over the choices you make.”

Ifs Looks Choices Sides Movement Like You Negative Progression Harps Choices You Make Bright Side Forward Movement

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“Date a woman with children only if you are ready to man up, because it's a position that comes with responsibility.”

Ifs Men Children Responsibility Position Ready

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“If I were to meet the most incredible man, and he just so happened to not make as much money as I do, I wouldn't hold it against him.”

Ifs Men Happened Incredibles

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“When I go home to visit, they never treat me like a celebrity. They still treat me like TJ. If I leave dishes in the sink, they'll let me know.”

Ifs Knows Stills Home Treats Let Me Dishes

Author:Taraji P. Henson

“If I feel like I've reached this greatness in my career than there's no more room for growth. I don't think I'm ever going to get there. If I ever get complacent, it's time for me to bow out.”

Ifs Thinking Feels Growth Rooms Careers Greatness Bows Complacent

Author:Taraji P. Henson

“I'm really silly. That's the thing that people don't get. I think I'm a stronger comedic actress than I am a dramatic actress. I'm not really pigeonholed, but I'm known for drama. I do comedy so easily, and people relate to my humor. I'll be glad because I don't have to stay sexy and young forever. I don't care if I'm big, as long as I'm funny.”

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Author:Taraji P. Henson

“So much could go wrong on a date. What if he turns out to be a jerk? [You need] A back-up plan, just in case he doesn't work out, you can move on to the back-up plan.”

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Author:Taraji P. Henson

“I like to be scared. I don't like feeling like "Oh, this is going to be a walk in the park". If I ever get to that place, I'll just stop acting.”

Ifs Feelings Walks Acting Scared Parks Walks In The Park

Author:Taraji P. Henson

“Every human walks around with a certain kind of sadness. They may not wear it on their sleeves, but it's there if you look deep.”

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Author:Taraji P. Henson

“Humans have a light side and a dark side, and it's up to us to choose which way we're going to live our lives. Even if you start out on the dark side, it doesn't mean you have to continue your journey that way. You always have time to turn it around.”

Ifs Way Humans Mean Light Turns Sides Dark Our Lives Journey Dark Side

Author:Taraji P. Henson

“It's up to you to be responsible for how you feel if you're not happy. Your happiness lies in your hands. You can't rely on a man to make you happy or complete you. That starts with you.”

Ifs Men Feels Hands Lying Responsible Rely Up To You Make You Happy Being Responsible Not Happy How You Feel

Author:Taraji P. Henson

About the Author

Born: September 11, 1970
Known for: Actress
Quotes: 55

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