Taraji P. Henson set to host the American Music Awards

Just one week after announcing this year’s nominations, the American Music Awards (Nov. 22 at 8pET on CTV) now have an emcee. Taraji P. Henson is set to host the 2020 AMAs, marking the Golden Globe winner’s first time taking on hosting duties at the annual event.On Monday morning, Dick Clark Productions and ABC announced Henson as this year's host. The Empire and Hidden Figures star will take the stage when the annual show airs live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles (yes, from the theatre).  "WE GON HAVE SOME FUN!!!" the host announced on Instagram.

 

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I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be hosting the 2020 @AMAs! It’s going to be an electrifying night of music, so be sure to tune-in Sunday, November 22 at 8/7c on ABC! #amastnt WE GON HAVE SOME FUN!!! ???????

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“The AMAs brings together the music community to celebrate what really drives all artists—the fans," said Henson in a statement.  "I’m proud to take the stage as this year’s host—and also a fan—for what promises to be an electrifying night of music."News of Henson’s upcoming AMA debut comes just a few weeks after it was announced she will host a Facebook Watch series about mental health. Peace of Mind with Taraji will feature Henson and her best friend, Tracie Jade Jenkins. The women will appear together in the weekly series to discuss mental health with a focus on how issues affect the Black community. The new series is a great fit for Henson, who in 2018 launched the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation. Named for Henson’s father, a Vietnam War veteran who experienced mental health issues following his time in the military, the foundation provides support and resources for members of the Black community experiencing mental health challenges.