Marie-Claire Valton 
La Reine d’Hollywood: La montée de Taraji P. Henson
Taraji P. Henson est une actrice talentueuse qui a conquis Hollywood avec son charisme et sa polyvalence. Née le 11 septembre 1970 à Washington D.C., Henson a débuté sa carrière d’actrice au théâtre avant de décrocher des rôles remarqués à la télévision et au cinéma. Elle s’est fait connaître du grand public pour son interprétation de Cookie Lyon dans la série à succès “Empire”, qui lui a valu de nombreuses nominations et récompenses. Grâce à son talent et sa passion pour son métier, Taraji P. Henson est aujourd’hui l’une des actrices les plus respectées et admirées de sa génération.
1. Hidden Figures
Synopsis: Hidden Figures is a biographical drama film that tells the story of three African-American female mathematicians who played crucial roles in the early years of the NASA space program.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe
Release Date: December 25, 2016
Box Office: $236 million
Additional Information: The film received critical acclaim and was nominated for numerous awards, including three Academy Awards.
2. Think Like a Man
Synopsis: Think Like a Man is a romantic comedy film based on Steve Harvey’s book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man. It follows the relationships of four couples as they navigate the ups and downs of dating.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Michael Ealy, Kevin Hart, Gabrielle Union
Release Date: April 20, 2012
Box Office: $96 million
Additional Information: The film was a commercial success and spawned a sequel, Think Like a Man Too.
3. The Karate Kid
Synopsis: The Karate Kid is a martial arts drama film about a young boy who learns kung fu from a maintenance man to defend himself against bullies.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Jaden Smith, Jackie Chan
Release Date: June 11, 2010
Box Office: $359 million
Additional Information: The film is a remake of the 1984 film of the same name, starring Ralph Macchio.
4. No Good Deed
Synopsis: No Good Deed is a thriller film about a woman who allows a stranger into her home after his car breaks down, only to discover that he is a dangerous escaped convict.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Idris Elba, Leslie Bibb
Release Date: September 12, 2014
Box Office: $54 million
Additional Information: The film received mixed reviews from critics but was a commercial success.
5. Proud Mary
Synopsis: Proud Mary is an action thriller film about a hitwoman whose life is turned upside down when she meets a young boy after a job gone wrong.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Billy Brown, Jahi Di’Allo Winston
Release Date: January 12, 2018
Box Office: $21 million
Additional Information: The film received mixed reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment.
6. Acrimony
Synopsis: Acrimony is a psychological thriller film about a faithful wife who becomes enraged when it becomes clear her husband is betraying her.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Lyriq Bent, Crystle Stewart
Release Date: March 30, 2018
Box Office: $46 million
Additional Information: The film received mixed reviews from critics but performed well at the box office.
7. What Men Want
Synopsis: What Men Want is a romantic comedy film about a woman who gains the ability to hear men’s thoughts and uses it to her advantage in her male-dominated workplace.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Aldis Hodge, Tracy Morgan
Release Date: February 8, 2019
Box Office: $72 million
Additional Information: The film is a gender-swapped remake of the 2000 film What Women Want starring Mel Gibson.
8. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Synopsis: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a fantasy drama film about a man who ages in reverse, experiencing life in a non-linear fashion.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett
Release Date: December 25, 2008
Box Office: $335 million
Additional Information: The film received critical acclaim and won three Academy Awards.
9. Date Night
Synopsis: Date Night is a comedy film about a married couple whose attempt to spice up their relationship with a fancy dinner turns into a wild adventure.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Steve Carell, Tina Fey
Release Date: April 9, 2010
Box Office: $152 million
Additional Information: The film received mixed reviews from critics but was a commercial success.
10. Smokin’ Aces
Synopsis: Smokin’ Aces is an action thriller film about a group of assassins and law enforcement agents who converge on a hotel to take down a mob informant.
Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Jeremy Piven, Ryan Reynolds
Release Date: January 26, 2007
Box Office: $57 million
Additional Information: The film has gained a cult following for its fast-paced action and ensemble cast.
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