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Taraji's 102-Year-Old Grandma Attends Broadway Debut
14 May
Summary
- Taraji P. Henson's 102-year-old grandmother attended her Broadway debut.
- The grandmother was born in 1924, a time when dreams were restricted.
- Henson credits her grandmother for fostering her creativity as a child.
Taraji P. Henson's 102-year-old grandmother, Patsy Ballard, recently attended the actress's Broadway debut. Ballard, who was born in 1924, is a testament to resilience and overcoming historical limitations on aspirations.
Henson revealed that her grandmother's unwavering support during her childhood summers in North Carolina allowed her to "dream and create." This freedom to explore characters and express herself was crucial for developing the confidence that led to her successful acting career.
The Oscar and Emmy nominee highlighted the significance of this support, recalling how she brought her grandmother to the 2009 Academy Awards ceremony. Henson's grandmother and mother accompanied her, marking a profound family moment.
In her current Broadway role in August Wilson's Joe Turner's Come and Gone at New York's Barrymore Theatre, Henson portrays Bertha Holly. The production, directed by Debbie Allen, runs through July 26.
