The Taraji P. Henson Factor

Taraji P. Henson hosts Celebration of Gospel.

New Year, New Host!  - Celebration of Gospel returns with new host Taraji P. Henson. Piece by piece, we break down why the Oscar-nominated starlet is the perfect host to help BET reimagine the biggest night in gospel music. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for BET)

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New Year, New Host!  - Celebration of Gospel returns with new host Taraji P. Henson. Piece by piece, we break down why the Oscar-nominated starlet is the perfect host to help BET reimagine the biggest night in gospel music. (Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for BET)

Blowing Kisses in the Wind\r - Actress Taraji P. Henson is always ready for her close-up and she looks stunning in this metallic number as she poses in the media room at The GRAMMY Nominations Concert Live!  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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The "It" Factor  - Ever hear of celebrities having the "It" factor? That thing where their presence is felt when they enter a room or appear on screen? Well we know since being introduced to Taraji in the late '90s that she possesses "it." "It" is what made fans fall in love with her and why her star continues to shine bright.    (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

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She's a Dreamchaser - With only 700 dollars, Henson uprooted her family to move to Los Angeles from her hometown of Washington, D.C., so should could fully pursue her acting career. To date, she has starred in over 20 films and TV series, each a testament to her dreams coming true. (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Tarji P. Henson  - Watch the always fun, bubbly and extraordinary talent that is Tarji P. Henson June 30! (Photo: Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images)

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She's a Natural Beauty  - Yes, she may get glammed up for television appearances and red carpets, but even her more simplistic and au naturale look is stunning. (Photo: Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images)

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Beauty and Brains - Taraji is not only beautiful, she has brains too. Before ascending in Hollywood, she attended Howard University in her native Washington, D.C., where she graduated with a degree in theater arts. 

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She's Got Personality for Days  - Whether it's on-screen or in an interview, Taraji's upbeat and infectious personality is always shining through. It is a sign of both her likeability and familiarity, as if she were a sister or favorite cousin. 

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She's Got Personality for Days  - Whether it's on-screen or in an interview, Taraji's upbeat and infectious personality is always shining through. It is a sign of both her likeability and familiarity, as if she were a sister or favorite cousin. 

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Taraji P. Henson - "It's up to you to be responsible for how you feel if you're not happy. Your happiness lies in your hands. You can't rely on a man to make you happy or complete you. That starts with you."(Photo: Bennett Raglin/Getty Images)

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She Has a Megawatt Smile  - Taraji's megawatt smile can light up a room, red carpet or a movie set. (Photo: Bennett Raglin/Getty Images)

Working Woman - Taraji P. Henson channels her inner geisha with this new look — rocking an updo and an Asian inspired dress. The actress smiles as she signs autographs for fans on her way into the Late Night With Jimmy Fallon studios in New York City, where she was in town to promote her CBS series, Person of Interest. (Photo: Enrique RC, PacificCoastNews.com)

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She's Humble  - Watch an interview with Taraji and one of the first things you'll recognize is her incredibly humble spirit. She oftenattributes her humilty to the struggles she was faced with as a single mother who moved from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles.