Taraji P. Henson reveals the real-life tragedy she experienced while filming her powerful "Hidden Figures" monologue

Hopper Stone/Fox It may be one of the most memorable moments in the film, but whenTaraji P. Hensonthinks of filming her big monologue inHidden Figures, it conjures up some painful personal memories for her. Henson opened up about the devastating moment in acandid conversation with Lena Waithein the latest episode of the Lemonada Media podcastLegacy Talk. "Honestly, I was going through something very tragic in my life, a loved one of mine was suffering, and we were trying to keep them alive," Henson admitted when Waithe asked her what she was thinking on set the day her monologue was filmed. In the biographical drama, Henson plays Katherine Johnson, one of three female Black mathematicians working at NASA during the space race — alongside Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer), and Mary Jackson (Janelle Monáe). In the monologue, Katherine is confronted by their boss, played byKevin Costner, who wants to know why she's always taking long breaks. She angrily and powerfully informs him that, as a person of color, she is forced to walk half a mile off-site to use the nearest restroom. She also informs him of the discrimination she endures every day, which he had previously been completely unaware of. The day the scene was filmed, Henson said she was busy "running to the phone — my makeup artist had the phone — and I was like, 'Keep them on the line. Do not let them hang up.'" Henson continued, "I said, 'We have to figure out if we call 911, if the cops show up, they might shoot them. We want the paramedics to show up.' So, I'm dealing with that. I'm running down the hall because I'm trying to be out of earshot so no one hears, so I'm running down the hall in between takes to keep the person on the phone and I'm running back to do the scene. This is going on that entire scene." TheEmpirealum didn't elaborate on the situation or who it involved, but added of the on-set experience, "I was there, but was I? You know what I mean? ... That monologue means a totally different thing to me because the memory of what I was actually going through trying to get through that monologue." Unique Nicole/FilmMagic Want more movie news? Sign up forEntertainment Weekly's free newsletterto get the latest trailers, celebrity interviews, film reviews, and more. Elsewhere in the podcast episode, Waithe sits down with the Academy Award-nominated star for a conversation about the roles that changed her life, from Cookie Lyon to Shug inHustle & Flow, and more. Hosted by Emmy-winning writer, producer, and actor Lena Waithe (Master of None,The Chi), and produced by Waithe's Hillman Grad, each episode ofLegacy Talkfeatures Waithe and legendary Black icons in conversation about specific projects in their careers that have served as key moments or milestones in their lives. Watch the full episode with Henson, above. Read the original article onEntertainment Weekly

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August 06, 2025

Taraji P. Henson reveals the real-life tragedy she experienced while filming her powerful “Hidden Figures” monologue

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Kelley Mack, 'The Walking Dead' and 'Chicago Med' actress, dies at 33New Foto - Kelley Mack, 'The Walking Dead' and 'Chicago Med' actress, dies at 33

Kelley Mack, a film producer and actress who appeared in "The Walking Dead" and "Chicago Med," has died. She was 33. Born Kelley Lynne Klebenow, the Chapman University graduate died Aug. 2 in her hometown of Cincinnati following a battle with glioma of the central nervous system. Her agent, Julie Smith, confirmed the news to USA TODAY on Aug. 5. According to theNational Cancer Institute, gliomas are groups of tumors formed from abnormal glial cells, which "support and protect the brain's nerve cells" and are found in the brain and spinal cord. They are "the most common type of malignant primary brain tumor in adults," per theNCI. Though Mack also did work on commercials and short films, her biggest roles saw her on screen on Season 8 of "Chicago Med" as Penelope Jacobs. She also played Addy in Season 9 of "The Walking Dead." Mack's sister, Kathryn Klebenow, shared news of her deathon her Instagram, writing in the caption that "It is with indelible sadness that we are announcing the passing of our dear Kelley. Such a bright, fervent light has transitioned to the beyond, where we all eventually must go." She "passed peacefully on Saturday evening with her loving mother Kristen and steadfast aunt Karen present," per the post. Klebenow added, "As her sister, I want you all to know how brave ... (she) was, especially when she decided to make the leap to be reunited with God. I'm so ... proud of her." Previously, Mack's family shared in April that she had completed proton radiation treatment. In a statement shared on Mack'sCaringBridge page, Klebenow wrote that her family will be holding "a recognition and remembrance of Kelley's life" in Glendale, Ohio, on Aug. 16, with a celebration of life planned for an unspecified date in Los Angeles. (This story was updated to include video.) This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Kelley Mack dies: 'The Walking Dead' actress dead at 33

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Kelley Mack, 'The Walking Dead' and 'Chicago Med' actress, dies at 33

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Heavy rains, severe storms bring flash flood threat to Southeast statesNew Foto - Heavy rains, severe storms bring flash flood threat to Southeast states

Millions of Americans are at risk of flooding from excessive rainfall and stormy weather over the next few days across parts of the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic, forecasters said. A front lingering in the Gulf Coast will bring thunderstorms and showers to the Southeast and southern Mid-Atlantic states on Aug. 6 and through the end of the week, the National Weather Service said. More than 11 million people were under flood watches across large parts of North Carolina and Georgia the morning of Aug. 6. Tropical moisture coming from adisturbance several hundred miles off the coastwas causing showers and thunderstorms, which could pose an even greater risk to the coastal Southeast if it forms into a cyclone, hurricane forecasters said. As of mid-week, it had a 10% chance of development within 48 hours and a 40% chance within a week. Since Aug. 4, a zone from southwestern Georgia through central North Carolina has already received 2 to 6 inches of rain since the start of the week,according to AccuWeather. An additional 2 to 4 inches could fall Aug. 6, the outlet said, risking flooding from already swollen rivers and streams. "Persistently heavy rain could severely disrupt transportation and logistics networks. Flooded underpasses, debris-blocked roads and washed-out rural routes are likely, particularly where drainage is poor and rainbands stall," AccuWeather said in a news release. Metro areas at risk through the evening include Raleigh, Greensboro and Fayetteville, North Carolina; and Florence and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, AccuWeather reported. Forecasters said several regions across the country are in the path of storms and showers this week, including a region at risk for severe thunderstorms, large hail and damaging winds in the Northern and Central Plains and upper Mississippi Valley later in the week. There is also a chance of tornadoes, the national Weather Service said. By the afternoon of Aug. 8, the Storm Prediction Center said a cluster of strong to severe thunderstorms would move across the Dakotas and into Minnesota with hail over 2 inches in diameter. More showers and severe thunderstorms are expected across a large stretch of the country from the Great Lakes region through the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic and southward to the Gulf Coast on Aug. 7. Extreme heat is settling in the Southwest, with over 7 million people in Southern California and Arizona under extreme heat warnings on Aug. 6. Heat advisories also included parts of New Mexico and Texas, the weather service said. Heat-related illnesses are a big threat as temperatures reach highs in the mid-110s for the rest of the week. "As temperatures rise, limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and ensure access to air-conditioning and other cooling areas," the weather service said. Parts of Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming and Idaho are all under red flag warnings as conditions are favorable for fires to break out with low humidity and wind, the weather service said. Any new fire could spread rapidly. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Severe storms bring flash flood threat to Southeast states

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Deadly wildfires sweep across France and SpainNew Foto - Deadly wildfires sweep across France and Spain

Raging wildfires have erupted across parts of France and Spain, killing one person and injuring nine, as authorities race to contain the fast-moving flames. Tourists and local residents have been forced to evacuate holiday villages and camping grounds as thousands of firefighters battle intense conditions in some ofEurope's most popular summer hotspots. An elderly woman died in her home and two people were injured, one of whom is now in critical condition with severe burns, according to authorities in the Aude region, where the inferno broke out on Tuesday afternoon. In Spain, 15mph winds fanned raging flames across the popular Torre de la Peña beach resort in Cadiz. All bars, restaurants and hotels have been evacuated in between La Peña and Casas de Porros, according to local reports. Emmanuel Macron, the French president, has mobilised "all the nation's resources" to tackle the biggest blaze in France this year, in a summer which has already seen some 9,000 fires, mainly along its Mediterranean coast, according to the emergency management service. "We support our firefighters and our forces battling the flames. We have confidence in the government and elected officials," Mr Macron wrote on X. "Everyone must exercise the utmost caution and respect the instructions of the authorities." Nearly 2,000 firefighters worked overnight to contain the flames, which have scorched more than 12,000 hectares of land in the Aude region, an area greater than the city of Paris. The blaze remained "very active'' on Wednesday, said local authorities, adding that seven firefighters were injured by smoke inhalation. François Bayrou, the French prime minister, is expected on site on Wednesday afternoon, his office said. Eric Brocardi, a firefighter spokesman, called the fire "a disaster of unprecedented scale". It has destroyed at least 25 houses, forced several major roads to close, and left around 2,500 households without electricity. The Aude department has seen an increase in areas burnt in recent years, aggravated by low rainfall and the removal of vineyards, which used to help break the progression of fires. Last month,a wildfire that reached the southern city port of Marseille, France's second-largest city, left around 300 injured. Credit: Reuters Southern Europe has alreadybattled multiple large fires this summer, as scientists warn that climate change is exacerbating the frequency and intensity of heat and dryness, making the region more vulnerable to wildfires. Europe is the world's fastest-warming continent, with temperatures increasing at twice the speed of the global average since the 1980s, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service. It comes amid reports thatBritish tourists are increasingly rethinkingclassic summer destinations, as intense heat waves regularly topping 40 degrees disrupt holiday plans, coinciding with school holidays. About nine per cent of European travellers have changed the months they travel due to the threat of increasing extreme weather events, according to a study conducted in July by the European Travel Commission. Families are increasingly choosing to holiday between September and November, known as "shoulder season", or the off-peak season, according to the industry. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.

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Ice Cube's 'War of the Worlds' Hits Historic 0% Rotten Tomatoes Critic ScoreNew Foto - Ice Cube's 'War of the Worlds' Hits Historic 0% Rotten Tomatoes Critic Score

Ice Cube's 'War of the Worlds' Hits Historic 0% Rotten Tomatoes Critic Scoreoriginally appeared onParade. Prime Video's latest sci-fi offering has achieved something no streaming service wants — a perfect 0% rating onRotten Tomatoes.The newWar of the Worldsadaptation, starring rapperIce CubeandDesperate HousewivesalumEva Longoria, has become a bit of a Hollywood disaster. The latest modern adaptation of H.G. Wells' classic 1898 novel follows Homeland Security expert Will Radford (Ice Cube) and Dr. Sandra Salas (Longoria) as they lead a group of survivors against an alien invasion. The supporting cast includesMarvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. starClark Gregg,I'm SorryactressAndrea Savage, and rising starsHenry Hunter Hall,Iman Benson,Devon BostickandMichael O'Neill. As of writing this,War of the Worldsholds an unprecedented 0% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with audiences showing only slightly more enthusiasm at 14%. This rare outcome places the film among a small group of movies that critics found little to praise. The harsh reviews have been particularly tough to read. One critic didn't mince words, writing, "Rotten score. I really don't like how a lot of modern reviewers say outlandish statements like 'This is the worst movie ever made.' Mainly because it devalues films like War of the Worlds, who had to work really hard to actually be one of the worst movies ever made." Another review was equally brutal, "Poorly written and awkwardly paced, War of the Worlds [is] in contention for one of the worst movies of the decade so far. It's rough to watch." ProducerPatrick Aielloseemingly had ambitious goals for the project, describing it earlier this year as a "visceral, first-person experience designed for big screens in a language and format that is now natural within our daily lives." Co-producerTimur BekmambetovtoldDeadlinein July that the film aimed to explore how modern audiences would experience an alien invasion. "It will be exciting for audiences to watch the movie and ask themselves: if aliens invaded today, how would we experience it? Most likely, we'd be watching it on our phones." H.G. Wells' original novel has been adapted numerous times throughout entertainment history, with varying degrees of success. In 2005, acclaimed directorSteven Spielberg's take on the story starredTom Cruiseand became one of his most controversial films. War of the Worldsis currently streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. While critical reception has been universally negative, viewers can still form their own opinions about this modern takehere. Ice Cube's 'War of the Worlds' Hits Historic 0% Rotten Tomatoes Critic Scorefirst appeared on Parade on Aug 5, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Aug 5, 2025, where it first appeared.

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