This year, theAmerican Music Awardswelcomes award-winning actressTaraji P. Hensonas its host.
Henson’s jaw-dropping, booty-shaking opening dance number is giving them plenty to chatter about.
In an interview withBillboardpublished earlier this week, Henson hinted at her theatrical performance at the AMAs.
“It’s just a chance for me to show all sides of my talent,” she said.
On a more serious note, Henson also touched on the importance of coming together during tough times.
“Right now, that’s what we have in the arts,” she told the outlet.
“That’s all we have that’s keeping us together, keeping us sane.
Netflix, streaming, people watching television that’s what’s making us feel somewhat normal.
Certainly now, music is a thing that unites us all.
We need these music awards shows.
We can’t go to concerts!
Come on, we need something!”
“I love how #TarajiPHenson doesn’t take herself seriously,” Twitter user@simplypie03wrote.
“Let’s talk about how@tarajiphensonate that intro up,"@cher_oushared.
“Taraji is killing those dance steps.
Get it girrrllll,” added@callme_eliman.
While Henson was clearly giving it her all, not everyone was so impressed with her technique.
“Girl love you!,” Twitter user@PrincessDebo94shared.
“But you’re free to’t dance to back up your life!
Lol but still love ya !”
Others are refraining from commenting on her dancing, choosing instead to focus on her energy and humor.
“Omg she’s too cute lmao,"@GlamxMonstershared on Twitter.
“@ABCNetwork@tarajiphensonis silly LMAO,” wrote@Dee95594389.
In her monologue that followed, the Golden Globe winner spoke about coming together to celebrate.
“It’s been a long year.
And we need to heal.
We need to love on each other a little more,” she said.
“And that’s what tonight is about.”
She continued: “We’re going to have some fun.
We’re embracing our neighbors and coming together with music.
We got something for everyone tonight.
So grab your drink and let’s get ready for a party.”
