Memorable Quotes from Taraji P. Henson
10 quotesDifferent Roads, Same Destination
Queenie
Everybody feels different about themselves, one way or another. But we’re all going the same way. Just taking different roads to get there, that’s all.”
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Reflections on Racial Identity and Struggles
Queenie
Poor child, he got the worst of it. Come out white.
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Embracing Change and Common Humanity
Benjamin
Momma? Momma? Some days, I feel different than the day before.
Queenie
Everyone feels different about themselves one way or another, but we all goin the same way.
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A Call to Explore New Horizons
Shug Avery
It's time for you to see the world!
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Claiming Our Place in the World
Shug Avery
We got to show these folks that we belong.
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Expression of Devotion and Gratitude
Shug Avery
Ooh, sweet loving God.
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Unexpected Move to China
Sherry Parker
Dre, what happened?
Dre Parker
We moved to China! That's what happened!
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Embracing Uncertainty in Life's Journey
Queenie
You never know what's comin for ya.
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The Importance of Laughter in Life
Shug Avery
You know, if you ain't gonna laugh, you need to sell your funny bone.
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A Cultural Exchange in Detroit
Sherry Parker
Ask him. Go ahead. Ask him "what's your name" and "how are you?" Do it now.
[telling Dre he needs to practice his Mandarin by talking to the Asian man next to them]
Dre Parker
Ni hao ma? Ni jiao shenme mujima?
[reluctantly]
Man
Dude, I'm from Detroit.
Dre Parker
Oh. Uh... wassup?
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