Imagine missing the call of a lifetime and then having Tyler Perry playing your wingman to destiny! That’s what happened when Taraji P. Henson when she received a call from Oprah that she would be filling the slurry shoes of Shug Avery! But honestly, how do you even greet Queen Oprah? Read more about the call that changed everything in the Nov/Dec issue of ESSENCE on newsstands now! 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...