TV Show Feuds: Stars, Crews & Careers

0:00This is Cory with the story, keeping you tapped into pop culture. You're listening to Entertainment and Celebrity News today. Taraji P. Henson is stepping into a fun new role as Fran, a Stingy Casino accountant in a fresh ad series for fanatics called The House Always, Rewards. The first spot, titled Our Accountant Hates Us, airs on March 18th with more to come. At 55, Henson jumped at the chance because she found the character hilarious and it ties into her love for gaming. She clarifies she's not into big gambling, but is hooked on iPad games like cooking challenges, puzzles, and spades. Henson even plays them right after emotional scenes on set, which surprises her co-workers. This personal touch makes her perfect for poking fun at fanatics rewards and cashback programs that Fran wants to scrap. Fanatics chief marketing officer, Selena Calvaria, praises Henson's sharp wit and relatability, saying she creates the ideal villain for there. Player friendly platform.

1:01Henson's grounded style has already made Fran memorable in early buzz. Meanwhile, Henson is busy rehearsing for her Broadway debut in Jill Turner's Come & Gone opposite Cedric The Entertainer. She admits to another habit, excessive shopping anywhere from kiosks to CVS stores, and jokes she'd buy a shopping game if it existed. Looking ahead, after Broadway, she's producing projects including a new show with 50 cents sold to Peacock where she plays the Texas Ranger. Henson says she loves to laugh, adding you have to laugh to keep from crying. Dean and his brought to you by our sponsor link in the description. Some travel miles to find peace. I just climb into bed and listen, SOLI, solelypillo.com