In a recent interview with The New York Times, Taraji P. Henson opened up about the challenges she faced during the production of her latest film, “The Color Purple.” The acclaimed actress expressed her dissatisfaction with the initial treatment she received on set, highlighting the need for improved working conditions.
Henson revealed that, initially, she felt relegated to second-class treatment as talent on the set of ‘TCP,’ a Warner Bros. film. However, she decided to take a stand and advocate not only for herself but also for her fellow cast members.
One of the main issues she addressed was the lack of suitable transportation options to and from the set, particularly when filming in Atlanta.
During the interview, Henson shared, “They gave us rental cars, and I was like, ‘I can’t drive myself to set in Atlanta.’ This is insurance liability, it’s dangerous. Now they robbing people. What do I look like, taking myself to work by myself in a rental car?”
To address this issue, Henson took the initiative to request a dedicated driver or security personnel to ensure a safe commute for herself and her colleagues. Despite encountering resistance from the production team, she emphasized the importance of prioritizing the well-being and safety of the entire cast.
“So I was like, ‘Can I get a driver or security to take me?’ I’m not asking for the moon. They’re like, ‘Well, if we do it for you, we got to do it for everybody.’ Well, do it for everybody! It’s stuff like that, stuff I shouldn’t have to fight for. I was on the set of “Empire” fighting for trailers that wasn’t infested with bugs.”
