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Tems shares heartwarming moment with Hollywood star Taraji P. Henson
Grammy award-winning singer Tems was recently spotted alongside acclaimed actress Taraji P. Henson at a high-profile event in the United States, sparking excitement among fans and industry insiders alike.
The encounter highlights Tems‘ growing stature as a global ambassador for African music. Her presence continues to draw admiration from celebrities and music lovers worldwide, underscoring her influential role in putting African music on the global map.
At the event, Tems and Henson were seen sharing a warm and animated conversation, marked by smiles and laughter.
The two icons, celebrated for their exceptional contributions to music and acting, reportedly discussed their professional journeys, challenges faced along the way, and the significance of representation in the entertainment industry.
Tems & Taraji P. Henson 💖✨ pic.twitter.com/ZKrSR6eP6s
— tems 𝖘z𝖓 (@temsszn) December 14, 2024
In other news, Tems has solidified her position as the most certified Nigerian female artist in the United States, achieving another milestone with an RIAA platinum plaque.
Her single “Found,” featuring Brent Faiyaz, has reached the one million sales mark in the US, qualifying it for the prestigious certification.
“Found” is featured on Tems‘ 2021 sophomore EP ‘If Orange Was A Place.’ The track gained significant commercial success, further boosted by her international breakthrough on Wizkid’s global hit “Essence,” which introduced her to a wider audience.
The single has since accumulated over 119 million streams on Spotify, establishing it as one of the most-streamed songs in her growing catalog. With this new certification, Tems now holds three RIAA platinum plaques for her contributions to Future’s “Wait For U,” as well as her solo tracks “Free Mind” and “Found.”