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“I talked to Katherine Johnson, and I tried to make it weighty by asking things like, "How as a Black woman did you do your work in NASA? They were misogynistic, and I'm sure you got called the n-word." She was just like, "Well, that was the way it was. I just did my job. I wanted to do my job." She was just so humble.”

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Taraji P. Henson

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. more

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