Washington DC Mayor tags 8th of February as “Taraji P. Henson Day” (Photos)

February 8th has now been officially proclaimed as Taraji P. Henson Day.

The 48-year-old award-winning actress was presented with the special honor on Friday afternoon at the Office of the Mayor in Washington, D.C.

Mayor Muriel Bowser gave Taraji a proclamation to the City, and officially recognizing the day in her honor for her contribution to the city.

“And then THIS HAPPENED!!!! I am just so honored?? From an #aroundthewaygirl with dreams, I thank you @mayor_bowser and the entire city for riding with me for all of my life!!! ?? #GodIs ?????,” Taraji wrote on her Instagram.

(LIB)