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7 Times Tyler Perry's Big Heart Came Through For Black Women

Perry’s generous support of Meghan Markle wasn’t the first time the filmmaker opened his heart and wallet to lend his support to Black women and we’re certain it won’t be the last.
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Taraji P. Henson Set To Direct Her First Film

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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Pulls the Curtain Back On Race in New Series

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Taraji P. Henson Is Producing An 'Empire' Spin-Off Based On Her Iconic Character

"Art can change perception and I plan to develop projects that can help further the conversation," said Henson.
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During a powerful conversation at ESSENCE Wellness House this past weekend, the actress explained why Black women's vulnerability, and not their suffering, is the true hallmark of our strength.
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The "Brooklyn-Nine-Nine" star came under fire for a tone-deaf tweet he posted, urging against Black supremacy.
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