Extended interview: Taraji P. Henson on fighting for a pay raise and more

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Published 2024-01-26
Actor Taraji P. Henson sits down with Tracy Smith to discuss her latest film "The Color Purple" as well as other projects from her career. Then, Conor Knighton visits Alaska to celebrate 100 years of the Alaska Railroad. "Here Comes the Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."

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All Comments (21)
  • @LinusLarrabee
    Her role in Hidden Figures was extraordinary. Her career and pay should’ve taken off after that movie.
  • @samanthatwining3808
    I’m a 37 y/o white female and I watched every single one of those movies not because of Terrance Howard, Bradd Pitt or Kevin Cosner. I watched every season of empire because of that woman. Her acting is truly reachable and powerful.
  • @kalas_zm
    We need her on club shay shay lol
  • @reylinares9219
    Don't forget baby boy ! That was my first introduction to her! I stand with Taraji
  • @LinusLarrabee
    Why does everyone always have to fight for a pay increase? An increase should be the norm. Companies always want 100% but they’re not willing to pay for that 100%!
  • @dorthymcbride3384
    I believe those actors should receive a retroactive pay to be fair! Don't blackball anyone who stands up and fight for justice!!
  • @keshahunt1476
    Just like Michael Jai White said, Taraji doesn't realize how powerful she really is and needs to get a team that's willing to fight as hard as her to get her where she belongs and earn her worth in everything she does or touches
  • @shhhaua9426
    Every woman out there working hard knows exactly what Taraji is talking about ! Let’s go Taraji!!
  • @iismyalias
    Taraji is a great example of resilience and perseverance in pursuit of a dream. She knows her worth and is not arrogant about it. She is still humble and conscientious and spiritually aware.
  • @beverlymoore5176
    Taraji..keep speaking the truth. We all are supporting you. Continue to hold your head up high. GOOD THINGS WILL COME TO THOSE WHO SPEAK GRACIOUSLY AND RESPECTFULLY WITH HONESTY. LOVE YOU
  • @WrittenWildlife
    She is the cutest, and sweetest, and beautifulest woman! Thank you for this interview
  • @yg1141
    She deserves a raise. She’s an amazing actress!!
  • @themainecr
    Taraji is simply amazing. I’m hoping people make this right. She should be one of the highest paid actresses.
  • @ITSJFE
    We all feel like this. This isnt a Hollywood thing. This is a corporate America thing.
  • @ChristopherIGomes
    Being paid in the millions for a role I get it - still in the 100,000’s is crazy for a film.. she should be at least getting 2-6 million for a film ..
  • @SOI-wl2lo
    Imagine- 150k for Benjamin Button??????!!!!? 🙃 even I know that’s madness!
  • @anilu3021
    Her role in Hidden Figures was stellar!