Taraji P. Henson Hospitalized: "I'm a Tough Cookie!"

Empire actress posted a photo on Instagram while in the hospital

By McKenna Aiello Jun 19, 2015 7:27 PMTags
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Taraji P. Henson was recently hospitalized, but has assured her social media followers it's nothing too serious. 

In an Instagram photo posted Friday, the Empire star is lying in a hospital bed with an IV drip in her arm. 

"God has a way of saying "you're doing too much!" "SAT DOWN SOMEWHERE". I'm listening Father!!! I am taking several seats!!! Don't worry y'all I'm a tough cookie! HA! I will be just fine. My momma and best friends are flying in to check on me. I AM FINE!!!!!!! Just need to SAT ALL THE WAY DOWN for a bit. #listentoyourbody," Henson wrote. 

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Henson, who traveled to Monaco earlier this week for the 55th Monte Carlo TV Festival, reportedly fell ill from food poisoning after returning back to the states, according to TMZ

Fans have also taken to Henson's Instagram account to offer an overwhelming amount of support to the Academy Award nominated actress. "You are a beautiful inspiring woman, I hope you get well soon, my queen sending you love," one Instagram user commented. Another posted, "Get better you're a blessed soul and have so many talents!! Get well soon and Relax!!!"

Wishing you a speedy recovery, Taraji!