VIDEO: Taraji P. Henson Explains Why Fans Identify with EMPIRE's Cookie

Taraji P. Henson stopped by ABC's THE VIEW and explained that her "Empire" character Cookie has become a cultural icon because she is the walking living truth. The actress also talks about her new film "Hidden Figures" which is about African-American mathematician Katherine Johnson who helped send John Glenn to the moon. Watch the appearance below!

About The View: “The View” is a live, one-hour daily talk show from ABC (11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, ET) featuring moderator Whoopi Goldberg, Joy Behar, Candace Cameron Bure, Michelle Collins, Paula Faris and Raven-Symoné. It is the original forum in which real women discuss everyday issues, share their opinions and engage in colorful conversations. 

 

“The View,” broadcast in HDTV and produced in 2-channel stereo sound, is now available to watch online daily at 4:00 p.m., ET/1:00 p.m., PT on ABC.com. “The View” is owned and produced by ABC. Bill Wolff is executive producer. Brian Teta is co-executive producer. “The View” is directed by Sarah de la O.

“The View” is the recipient of 29 Daytime Emmy® Awards, numerous Daytime Emmy Award nominations, including 11 consecutive nominations for Outstanding Talk Show and 13 consecutive nominations for Outstanding Talk Show Host.