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After Breaking Down In Tears Over The Way She’s Been Treated, Taraji P. Henson Revealed She’s Focusing On Non-Acting Ventures Instead Of “Relying” On Paychecks From Hollywood


“It was making me bitter, and I’m not a bitter person. I made a promise to myself that if I ever got there, it’s time to walk away,” said Taraji, who recalled spending years “getting paid less than.”

Taraji’s comments were met with heaps of support from fans and celebrities. “I urge you all to speak up for yourself,” Taraji told attendees of the event. That’s an audience I procured through my hard work and the characters I play.

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