Happy birthday! Taraji P. Henson turns 56 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actress turns 56 on Friday, Sep. 11, 2026.

Taraji P. Henson is celebrating her 56th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed actresses of her generation.

Popular actress-singer Taraji P. Henson (Empire, Person of Interest, Think Like a Man, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Hustle & Flow, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 56th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Henson, a cultural icon

Born Taraji Penda Henson in Washington, D.C. on September 11, 1970, her career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Henson's not just a great actress, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Taraji hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Taraji P. Henson as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 56.

Happy Birthday, Taraji, you're the best!

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