Taraji P. Henson Covers The Latest Issue of W Magazine

In its latest issue, W Magazine has none other than Cookie, I mean, Taraji P. Henson gracing its cover! In the high-fashion mag, Ms. Henson is serving us a whole lot of sex appeal! She can be seen dressed in, or rather undressed in cleavage-bearing tops and sequin designer gowns.

In the magazine, Taraji discusses growing up in a working class family in Washington D.C. and always having a passion for acting. She also talked about getting pregnant while in college and moving to L.A., with toddler in tow, to pursue her acting career. She said:

“It was a struggle, but my son grew as my career grew. I never had a nanny—I did TV so I could be home with him. I wasn’t making my millions, but I was able to fulfill my dreams and be a mother.”

The Empire star also talked to the magazine about getting turned down by famed producer and director Lee Daniels for a role in the award-winning 2009 film, Precious, only to get picked up again for her latest role as the no-nonsense Cookie Lyon in the FOX hit, Empire. Ms. Henson described what its like playing the popular character:

"Cookie is bold and crazy, and she loves the struggle…In that way, we’re alike: Cookie is the American Dream."

Henson goes on to discuss more on her career, love and family in the mag which hits stands soon! Also make sure you guys watch for the second season of Empire, which is slated to premiere this fall, September 23! Check your local listings for more details.