We can't get enough of Taraji on the cover shoot for the November/December Issue of #ESSENCE, shot by Mickalene Thomas! Disclaimer: We recognize Black creatives are still fighting for their respect and equity; this fight has been displayed through this year’s labor strikes. It is important for us to let our readers know that ESSENCE conducted these interviews and photo shoot for our cover story in May 2023. Credits: Photographer: @mickalenethomas Creative Director/Stylist: @coreytstokes Taraji Stylist: @waymanandmicah Taraji Hair: @tymwallacehair Taraji Makeup: @saishabeecham Taraji Nails: @customtnails1 Tailor: @costumer.shirlee Set Design: @winstonstudios Retouching: @studio__rm Special Thanks: @lermitagebh Visual Director: @_mq______ Production: @themorrisongroup