Taraji P. Henson on EMPATHY for Single Mom Character in ‘Tyler Perry’s Straw’ (Exclusive)

Tyler Perry and Taraji P. Henson sit down with “Extra’s” Carlos Greer to talk about their new drama “Tyler Perry’s Straw.” Taraji plays Janiyah, a single mother who’s trying to get by in the face of overwhelming odds, leading her down an unforeseen path where she becomes embroiled in a situation she never envisioned. Tyler spoke about wanting to show people on the margins who find themselves in crazy situations just to survive — and who finally reach their last straw. Taraji talked about how Perry always challenges her and being drawn to characters that “scare the hell out of me.” She also opened up about relating to Janiyah as a single mother herself and hoping that the story will evoke empathy in audiences. Plus, Tyler and Taraji dished on why they work so well together — it’s all Virgo love! “Straw” is available to stream on Netflix now.

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