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1. Taraji P. Henson

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Though she captured our hearts as ‘Yvette’ from ‘Baby Boy,’ Taraji has been a persistent student of her craft way before her breakout role. Henson is a smart, lovable, strong woman who knows how to grind for what she wants, and we can’t be mad at that. From glammed up to dressed down, we heart our fav girl from ’round the way.

2. Taraji P. Henson

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Actor Taraji P. Henson attends The 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards at The Shrine Auditorium on January 29, 2017 in Los Angeles, California.

3. Taraji P. Henson

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Actress Taraji P. Henson attends the 68th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater September 18, 2016 in Los Angeles, California.

4. Taraji P. Henson

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In this handout photo provided by NBCUniversal, Taraji P. Henson accepts the award for Best Actress – TV Series, Drama for ‘Empire’ onstage during the 73rd Annual Golden Globe Awards.

5. 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards – Arrivals

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Actress Taraji P. Henson attends the 67th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards at Microsoft Theater on September 20, 2015 in Los Angeles, California.

6. Taraji P. Henson

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