Cookie Lyon was introduced as the ex-wife of Lucious Lyon, the CEO of Empire Entertainment.
Throughout the series, Henson portrayed her with a blend of strength, vulnerability, and charisma.
The show was seemingly in limbo until Henson broke the news that it would not likely happen.
“I think we’re gonna put it to rest for a sec.
For me, the script has to be right.
It has to be worthy of the audience.
I think absence makes the heart grow fonder.”
She explained her feelings at the time, saying, “Where is my deal?
Where’s my commercial?
Cookie was at the top of the fashion game.
Where is my endorsement?
What did you have set up for after this?
That’s why you all haven’t seen me in so long.
They had nothing set up.”
In December 2020, Henson’s Facebook Watch talk show"Peace of Mind with Taraji"debuted.
where she starred as Miss Hannigan.
