article_snippet: Taraji P. Henson has been in the industry for a minute, and despite critically acclaimed roles in films like "Hustle & Flow" and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button" (the latter of which earned her a best supporting actress Oscar nomination), her career hadn't really taken off.
article_snippet: The character is hard-core and street smart and loves her family fiercely, even as her is also motivated by making money.
article_snippet: So, basically Taraji is a genius," Strong said. "
article_snippet: " Watch for Henson to snag nominations next award season.
article_snippet: Chalk The series up to the longtime friendship between Henson and Howard, who also co-starred in the film "Hustle and Flow.
article_snippet: Howard told BlackTree TV that Howard had to do a "chemistry read" to show that Henson and Howard clicked.
highlights_snippet: Taraji P. Henson's character is a favorite .
  