Dating back to “The Cosby Show” days, Phylicia Rashad is a force to be reckoned with in the industry. Old school “Empire” viewers definitely feel like she is TV’s designated mother. With Taye Diggs joining the cast of the show, Phylicia Rashad was a fitting choice for the mother.
After many scheduling conflicts, “Empire” returned and has momentum. Cookie (Taraji P. Henson) is trying to put her best foot forward, but her past is trying to pull her back. She trying to make a good impression for Angelo’s (Diggs) mother, Diana (Rashad).
The story is definitely entertaining, but fans are caught up in how powerful Phylicia Rashad is as an actress. Her “Empire” debut has been teased since the summer and it happened tonight to critical acclaim. Fans have flooded Twitter with #PhyliciaRashad trending.
