US EditionAshley Versher Joins Taraji P. Henson in Netflix Thriller 'STRAW'
- Tyler Perry’s Netflix thriller Straw, releasing on June 6, stars Taraji P. Henson as Janiyah, a single mother facing a series of escalating crises that challenge her efforts to care for her ailing daughter.
- The film reflects issues Perry aimed to explore after seeing how vulnerable people like Janiyah face societal indifference and impossible choices.
- Having experienced single motherhood herself, Henson chooses roles that highlight compassion, aiming to remind audiences how close many are to facing challenges like those of Janiyah.
- After experiencing an ischemic stroke in late 2020 and undergoing a remarkable recovery, Sinbad makes a notable return to acting with his role as Benny in the new film.
- Straw's release highlights social struggles faced by many, underlining the need for empathy and awareness about those in crisis and their fight for dignity.
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Source: Kristina Bumphrey / Getty Teyana Taylor, Taraji P. Henson, and Sherri Shepherd are bringing the heat to Straw movie press tour fashion. Ahead of the film’s Netflix debut this Friday, June 6, the trio has been serving bold, stylish looks at every NYC stop — and we’re taking notes. All of these Black women powerhouses know how to work a camera. From knowing their angles to dressing for their body types, they are the blueprint for stand-out…
Taraji P. Henson Joins Teyana Taylor & Sherri Shepherd at ‘Straw’ Premiere in NYC | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip
Taraji P. Henson is stepping out for the premiere of her new Netflix movie! The 54-year-old Oscar-nominated actress joined co-stars Teyana Taylor and Sherri Shepherd at the premiere of their new movie Straw on Tuesday night (June 3) held at The Plaza in New York City. Fellow cast members Rockmond Dunbar, Mike Merrill, Glynn Turman, and Ashley Versher were also in attendance along with Tyler Perry, who directed and wrote the movie. Keep reading t…
Tyler Perry praises Sinbad in 'Straw,' his first role since stroke 5 years ago
"I know it's been really difficult for him," Perry adds of Sinbad's recovery after suffering an ischemic stroke in 2020.Rebecca Sapp/Getty for GBK Productions; Cindy Ord/Getty for SiriusXM Sinbad; Tyler PerryNearly five years after suffering a major stroke, Sinbad has made his return to the silver screen.The 68-year-old actor and comedian makes his return to acting in Tyler Perry's Straw. Sinbad, who real name is David Adkins, stars alongside Ta…
Ashley Versher joins Taraji P. Henson in Netflix thriller 'STRAW'
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Ashley Versher is set to make waves in Netflix's intense new drama "STRAW," premiering June 6. The film stars Taraji P. Henson as a single mother pushed to the brink after a series of harrowing events lead to a psychotic break. Watch the video player for the full interview.
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