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Psst. Psst. Hoy! New episode of the ShoPowSho! ShoPowSho explores Filipino and Filipino American history and culture; along with spotlighting and featuring Filipinos throughout various fields of industry to help showcase the amazing contributions they have provided to our world. Please join me, Kuya P, and my wonderful co-hosts, or as I like to affectionately […]

https://www.essence.com/fashion/taraji-p-hensons-best-fashion-moments-at-the-2020-amas/

By Nandi Howard ·November 23, 2020November 23, 2020

When it comes to Taraji P. Henson, if there is one thing to know it’s that she loves a glam moment. From red carpets to television appearances, the actress is going to always be picture-ready when she steps out. That’s why yesterday evening, her effortless slay was nothing less than expected. The Empire star hosted the 2020 American Music Awards and despite the audience being shrunk down to socially distanced families and friends, she still gave a show.

Last week when speaking to ESSENCE, the actress was anticipating getting back on stage and tapping into her theatre school background. “I love the stage and any chance I get to showcase many of my talents,” she exclaimed. Opening up the show in an iced out nude jumpsuit, Henson kicked off the AMA’s with viral Tik Tok dance moves to songs like “WAP” and “Savage,” by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion.

Throughout the night, the actress waltzed the stage in couture gowns from brands like Area, Pyer Moss, and George Shobeika. Teaming up with celebrity stylist and longtime wardrobe collaborator Jason Bolden, Henson is speculated to have over 12 wardrobe changes yesterday evening. While award season this year leading into 2021 will be diffrent, Taraji is another host that weathered through this new normal in the entertainment industry.

Check out some of our favorite favorite moments from actress below.

01Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson attends the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre /AMA2020/Getty Images for dcp) 02Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for dcp) 03Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 04Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson poses onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 05Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 06Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 07Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 08Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 09Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 10Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson speaks onstage for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp) 11Taraji P. Henson AMA’s 2020 Glam LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 22: In this image released on November 22, Taraji P. Henson poses in the audience for the 2020 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 22, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcp)

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http://www.afronerd.com/2020/11/how-does-your-ethnicityculture-fuel.html

 

For some reason, I recently tripped over classic Hollywood photos of the iconic and multi-talented performer, Eartha Kitt.  And then I wondered how did I miss purchasing paraphernalia of her legendary (albeit campy) portrayal of Catwoman during the 60s Batman TV series all this time?  Trust me, that faux pas will soon be rectified. But it raises the question-does one's ethnicity always fuel their interest in nerd culture?  And should it?  Let's explore this for a bit during this Wednesday's MWIR! Join your noted AFROnerdists as they shed light on even more issues such as: 2020 takes yet another beloved and celebrated personality, Jeopardy game show host, Alex Trebek lost his battle with pancreatic cancer last week at the age of 80;  just when you thought last week's election and subsequent announcement that Joe Biden is the new President-elect was definitive, the ever gracious Donald Trump is refusing to concede; highlighting 12-year-old Grace Moore as one the youngest composers for the famed New York Philharmonic Orchestra:

We never did speak on the Johnny Depp UK defamation case......and since then, it appears that actor, Mads Mikkelsen is in talks to replace Depp's Grindelwald character in the Fantastic Beasts franchise; is it clear that Zack Snyder still has his tentacles on the DCEU/Justice League beyond his HBO Max mini-series?;  Horror king, Jordan Peele's next theatrical release (since US) is slated for 2022;  Dburt prays (and he doesn't believe in the theory but....) to the theater gods that the conventional movie going experience returns not only for the MCU but for an upcoming Angela Bassett, Michelle Yeoh action thriller entitled, Gunpowder Milkshake:

Lastly, is it safe to say that the BBC's forthcoming Bameshow (Black, Asian, Minority, Ethnic) with it's purposeful exclusion of whites is probably going to trigger some folks?  Exhibit A:

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https://thenerdsofcolor.org/2020/11/19/noc-exclusive-interview-director-x-all-elite-wrestling-aew-collab/

Heyyyy! It’s Kuya P AKA Patrick Michael Strange and I recently had the pleasure to sit down and talk via Zoom with my pal, Maki Roll as we interviewed one of the hottest music video directors in the industry, Director X! Director X has joined forces with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) for a dynamic new […]