Nollywood star Ini Edo has showered accolades on her Hollywood counterpart, Taraji P. Henson, praising her as an unmatched acting force. Sharing her admiration on Instagram, Ini recounted being captivated by Taraji’s remarkable performances, from her breakout role in Hustle and Flow to her latest film, Straw.
In her heartfelt tribute, Ini Edo expressed profound appreciation for Taraji’s craft, detailing how deeply moved she was by the actress’s performance in Straw.
For two straight hours, I felt every pain, tear, line, smile, twitch, and turn you portrayed. You pulled me into every scene, and I had uncontrollable tears as you ripped that character apart,” Ini wrote.
Calling Taraji her all-time favorite actress, Ini praised her for her raw and authentic portrayal of characters, describing her as a phenomenal talent.
This isn’t the first time Ini has shown admiration for Hollywood figures. Last year, she shared her excitement about meeting actors Eva Longoria and Vin Diesel at the Red Sea Film Festival, describing it as an incredible experience.
In 2023, Ini opened up about the sacrifices behind her successful Netflix deal, which led to her movie Shanty Town earning 10 AMVCA nominations. The actress and producer thanked her team and fans for their support, acknowledging the challenges she overcame to achieve such recognition.
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