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Ashley Versher Joins Taraji P. Henson in Netflix Thriller 'STRAW'

  • Tyler Perry's Netflix thriller Straw, debuting June 6, stars Taraji P. Henson as Janiyah, a struggling single mother caring for her ill daughter amid chaos.
  • Henson, a former single mother and Howard University graduate, was drawn to the role due to its realistic portrayal of vulnerability and systemic neglect.
  • The film also features Sinbad, who returns after his 2020 ischemic stroke, playing Benny alongside actors like Sherri Shepherd and Glynn Turman.
  • Tyler Perry praised Sinbad's recovery and emphasized men's role in family support, while Henson highlighted the film's exploration of overlooked struggles and systemic issues.
  • Straw underscores challenges faced by vulnerable individuals, aiming to inspire empathy through its narrative and character arcs, with the cast promoting its June 6 Netflix release.
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