She plays the glamorous and cunning Cookie Lyon on Empire.
And on Saturday, actress Taraji P. Henson looked every bit the diva as she stepped out to celebrate the start of the show’s fourth season with her co-stars.
The Howard University alum oozed sex appeal in a sheer top which dipped low to reveal her black bra and full chest while a sequined maxi skirt added another dose of drama.
Dazzling diva! Tariji P Henson oozed sex appeal Saturday in New York, where she donned a sheer top and sequined maxi skirt to celebrate the new season of Empire
Taraji, 47, looked fierce as she displayed her daring decolletage in a transparent wrap.
On bottom the Oscar nominee continued to wow, wearing a sequined skirt that feel to the floor while hugging her bountiful backside.
The Hidden Figures actress accessorized with pointy patent leather stilettos and a collection of geometric jewelry.
That’s a wrap! The 47-year-old actress displayed her daring decolletage in a transparent wrap while hugging the rest of her curves in a glittering skirt
You glow girl! The Hidden Figures let her breathtaking face take centerstage, teaming short, natural tresses with well-groomed eyebrows, fluttering lashes and a nude pout
All about the details! The Hidden Figures actress accessorized with pointy patent leather stilettos and a collection of geometric jewelry
Sky high! The Washington DC born beauty shared a few backstage snaps on her Instagram feed, where she showed off the dazzling view from the party
Letting her breathtaking face take center-stage, the mother-of-one paired short, natural tresses with well-groomed eyebrows, fluttering lashes and a nude pout.
The Washington DC born beauty shared a few backstage snaps on her Instagram feed, where she showed off the dazzling view from the party.
Co-star Rumer Willis, 29, graced the event in a white hot look.
White hot! Co-star Rumer Willis turned heads in a creme suit that combined a silk top with wide crepe pants for maximum style
Yin and yang: The actress, who plays recovering wild child Tory Ash on the show,balanced her buttoned up suit with wild black tresses and smoky eyes
Rumer has it! Inside the event, Rumer got behind the turn tables to DJ
The actress, who plays recovering wild child Tory Ash on the show, turned heads in a creme suit that combined a silk top with wide crepe pants for maximum style.
The second generation celeb’s wild black tresses and smoky eyes expertly balanced the buttoned up glamour of her crisp suit.
Inside the event, Rumer got behind the turn tables to DJ.
Beat it! The Dancing With The Star alum looked like she was in her element as she held an ear to her headphones and matched beats
Never a plain Jane! The GI Jane bombshell’s dress featured a flirty bow around the neck while the star let her long, black locks sweep over her shoulders sleekly
Good genes: Rumer was joined by mom Demi Moore, 54, who turned heads in midnight blue velvet and lace
The Dancing With The Star alum looked like she was in her element as she held an ear to her headphones and matched beats.
Rumer was joined by mom Demi Moore, 54, who turned heads in midnight blue velvet and lace.
The GI Jane bombshell’s dress featured a flirty bow around the neck while the star let her long, black locks sweep over her shoulders sleekly.
In the clutch! The ex of Bruce Willis topped off the look with a blue velvet clutch and black satin heels
Generations of glam! The stunning pair looked more like sisters than mom and daughter
Her biggest fan! Demi was there to support her triple threat daughter at the season kick-off
The ex of Bruce Willis topped off the look with a blue velvet clutch and black satin heels.
Terrance Howard put a sharp twist on your everyday suit donning a boxy jacket with lush floral lapels and cuffs.
The Oscar nominated actor balanced the bold blazer with a crisp button up, white sneakers and a straw fedora.
Standing out! Terrence Howard put a sharp twist on your everyday suit donning a boxy jacket with lush floral lapels and cuffs
Hot date! The Chicago native brought along wife Mira Pak, who looked chic in a slinky, silk dress with dual slits on the legs
Sealed with a kiss! Terrence pulled Mira in for a passionate kiss on the carpet
The Chicago native brought Mira Pak as his date, who looked chic in a slinky, silk dress with dual slits on the legs.
Terrence wasn’t hiding his affection for his formerly estranged other half, pulling her in for a passionate kiss on the carpet.
Actor, musician and son of Diana Ross Evan Ross wore a black jacket sans shirt to reveal a necklace adorned chest while hearty diamonds adorned his ears.
No shirt, no problem? Actor, musician and son of Diana Ross Evan Ross wore a black jacket sans shirt to reveal a necklace adorned chest while hearty diamonds adorned his ears
Bow down! Queen Latifah was simple and chic in a black blazer and dark shift worn over matching leggings
Grace Geeley made onlookers green with envy as she displayed her full chest in a plunging emerald suit.
Queen Latifah was simple and chic in a black blazer and dark shift worn over matching leggings.
The Girl’s Trip talent, who’s in Fox’s Star this Fall, glitzed things up a bit with a solid gold necklace.
Taking the plunge! Grace Geeley made onlookers green with envy as she displayed her full chest in a plunging emerald suit
Shining star! Gabby Sidebe sparkled in a gold frock teamed with gladiator heels and romantic curls
The ever-talent Leslie Uggams, who plays Lucious’s mom Leah on Empire, matched chic black with blue and green silk
Gabby Sidebe sparkled in a gold frock teamed with gladiator heels and romantic curls.
The ever-talent Leslie Uggams, who plays Lucious’s mom Leah on Empire, matched chic black with blue and green silk.
The men of the evening were well-suited, with most opting to ditch their ties during the tepid New York evening.
His Empire! Creator Lee Daniels was well suited in navy during the Saturday soiree
Boys in blue! Navy suits were a favorite, as creator Lee Daniels, actor Andre Royo (right), and rapper Xhibit (left) all donned handsome shades of sapphire
Taye-ing stylish! Taye Diggs stood out in a funky grey cargo pants teamed with a blue jacket, matching hat and crystal clear glasses
Navy suits were a favorite, as creator Lee Daniels, actor Andre Royo, and rapper Xhibit all donned handsome shades of sapphire.
Taye Diggs stood out in a funky grey cargo pants teamed with a blue jacket, matching hat and crystal clear glasses.
The triple threat repped American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat on his shirt while added fringed two-tone loafers on foot.
Classic: Benjamin Bratt was handsomely understated in a black button up and matching slacks, leaving his jacket at home for the night
Scarlet fever! Leading lady Brittany O’Grady exuded old Hollywood elegance in a wine red velvet dress teamed with Veronica Lake-style waves
The soiree also celebrated the new season of Star, Empire creator Lee Daniel’s other Fox musical drama.
Leading lady Brittany O’Grady exuded old Hollywood elegance in a wine red velvet dress teamed with Veronica Lake-style waves.
Benjamin Bratt was handsomely understated in a black button up and matching slacks, leaving his jacket at home for the night.
Flower power! Ryan Destiny donned a suit-inspired black dress and eclectic flower-embellished leggings
Star’s showrunner Karen Gist turned heads in a paisley suit paired with sexy lace cami.
Ryan Destiny donned a suit-inspired black dress and eclectic flower-embellished leggings.
Both Empire and Star premiere Wednesday September 27 on Fox.
Paisley Park! Star’s showrunner Karen Gist turned heads in a paisley suit paired with sexy lace cami