Dress to Empress! Taraji P. Henson smolders in sheer plunging top and sparkling maxi skirt at Empire season kick-off celebration

She plays the glamorous and cunning Cookie Lyon on Empire.

And on Saturday, actress Taraji P. Henson looked every bit the diva as she stepped out to celebrate the start of the show's fourth season with her co-stars.

The Howard University alum oozed sex appeal in a sheer top which dipped low to reveal her black bra and full chest while a sequined maxi skirt added another dose of drama.

Dazzling diva! Tariji P Henson oozed sex appeal Saturday in New York, where she donned a sheer top and sequined maxi skirt to celebrate the new season of Empire

Dazzling diva! Tariji P Henson oozed sex appeal Saturday in New York, where she donned a sheer top and sequined maxi skirt to celebrate the new season of Empire

Taraji, 47, looked fierce as she displayed her daring decolletage in a transparent wrap.

On bottom the Oscar nominee continued to wow, wearing a sequined skirt that feel to the floor while hugging her bountiful backside.

The Hidden Figures actress accessorized with pointy patent leather stilettos and a collection of geometric jewelry.

That's a wrap! The 47-year-old actress displayed her daring decolletage in a transparent wrap while hugging the rest of her curves in a glittering skirt

That's a wrap! The 47-year-old actress displayed her daring decolletage in a transparent wrap while hugging the rest of her curves in a glittering skirt

You glow girl! The Hidden Figures let her breathtaking face take centerstage, teaming short, natural tresses with well-groomed eyebrows, fluttering lashes and a nude pout

You glow girl! The Hidden Figures let her breathtaking face take centerstage, teaming short, natural tresses with well-groomed eyebrows, fluttering lashes and a nude pout

All about the details! The Hidden Figures actress accessorized with pointy patent leather stilettos and a collection of geometric jewelry

All about the details! The Hidden Figures actress accessorized with pointy patent leather stilettos and a collection of geometric jewelry

Sky high! The Washington DC born beauty shared a few backstage snaps on her Instagram feed, where she showed off the dazzling view from the party

Sky high! The Washington DC born beauty shared a few backstage snaps on her Instagram feed, where she showed off the dazzling view from the party

Letting her breathtaking face take center-stage, the mother-of-one paired short, natural tresses with well-groomed eyebrows, fluttering lashes and a nude pout.

The Washington DC born beauty shared a few backstage snaps on her Instagram feed, where she showed off the dazzling view from the party.

Co-star Rumer Willis, 29, graced the event in a white hot look.

White hot! Co-star Rumer Willis turned heads in a creme suit that combined a silk top with wide crepe pants for maximum style

White hot! Co-star Rumer Willis turned heads in a creme suit that combined a silk top with wide crepe pants for maximum style

Yin and yang: The actress, who plays recovering wild child Tory Ash on the show,balanced her buttoned up suit with wild black tresses and smoky eyes

Yin and yang: The actress, who plays recovering wild child Tory Ash on the show,balanced her buttoned up suit with wild black tresses and smoky eyes

Inside the event, Rumer got behind the turn tables to DJ.Inside the event, Rumer got behind the turn tables to DJ

Rumer has it! Inside the event, Rumer got behind the turn tables to DJ

The actress, who plays recovering wild child Tory Ash on the show, turned heads in a creme suit that combined a silk top with wide crepe pants for maximum style.

The second generation celeb's wild black tresses and smoky eyes expertly balanced the buttoned up glamour of her crisp suit.

Inside the event, Rumer got behind the turn tables to DJ.

Beat it! The Dancing With The Star alum looked like she was in her element as she held an ear to her headphones and matched beats

Beat it! The Dancing With The Star alum looked like she was in her element as she held an ear to her headphones and matched beats

Never a plain Jane! The GI Jane bombshell's dress featured a flirty bow around the neck while the star let her long, black locks sweep over her shoulders sleekly

Never a plain Jane! The GI Jane bombshell's dress featured a flirty bow around the neck while the star let her long, black locks sweep over her shoulders sleekly

Good genes: Rumer was joined by mom Demi Moore, 54, who turned heads in midnight blue velvet and lace

Good genes: Rumer was joined by mom Demi Moore, 54, who turned heads in midnight blue velvet and lace

The Dancing With The Star alum looked like she was in her element as she held an ear to her headphones and matched beats.

Rumer was joined by mom Demi Moore, 54, who turned heads in midnight blue velvet and lace.

The GI Jane bombshell's dress featured a flirty bow around the neck while the star let her long, black locks sweep over her shoulders sleekly. 

In the clutch! The ex of Bruce Willis topped off the look with a blue velvet clutch and black satin heels
In the clutch! The ex of Bruce Willis topped off the look with a blue velvet clutch and black satin heels

In the clutch! The ex of Bruce Willis topped off the look with a blue velvet clutch and black satin heels

Generations of glam! The stunning pair looked more like sisters than mom and daughter

Generations of glam! The stunning pair looked more like sisters than mom and daughter

Her biggest fan! Demi was there to support her triple threat daughter at the season kick-off

Her biggest fan! Demi was there to support her triple threat daughter at the season kick-off

The ex of Bruce Willis topped off the look with a blue velvet clutch and black satin heels.

Terrance Howard put a sharp twist on your everyday suit donning a boxy jacket with lush floral lapels and cuffs.

The Oscar nominated actor balanced the bold blazer with a crisp button up, white sneakers and a straw fedora.

Standing out! Terrence Howard put a sharp twist on your everyday suit donning a boxy jacket with lush floral lapels and cuffs

Standing out! Terrence Howard put a sharp twist on your everyday suit donning a boxy jacket with lush floral lapels and cuffs

Hot date! The Chicago native brought along wife Mira Pak, who looked chic in a slinky, silk dress with dual slits on the legs

Hot date! The Chicago native brought along wife Mira Pak, who looked chic in a slinky, silk dress with dual slits on the legs

Sealed with a kiss! Terrence pulled Mira in for a passionate kiss on the carpet

Sealed with a kiss! Terrence pulled Mira in for a passionate kiss on the carpet

The Chicago native brought Mira Pak as his date, who looked chic in a slinky, silk dress with dual slits on the legs.

Terrence wasn't hiding his affection for his formerly estranged other half, pulling her in for a passionate kiss on the carpet.

Actor, musician and son of Diana Ross Evan Ross wore a black jacket sans shirt to reveal a necklace adorned chest while hearty diamonds adorned his ears.

No shirt, no problem? Actor, musician and son of Diana Ross Evan Ross wore a black jacket sans shirt to reveal a necklace adorned chest while hearty diamonds adorned his ears

No shirt, no problem? Actor, musician and son of Diana Ross Evan Ross wore a black jacket sans shirt to reveal a necklace adorned chest while hearty diamonds adorned his ears

Bow down! Queen Latifah was simple and chic in a black blazer and dark shift worn over matching leggings

Bow down! Queen Latifah was simple and chic in a black blazer and dark shift worn over matching leggings

Grace Geeley made onlookers green with envy as she displayed her full chest in a plunging emerald suit.

Queen Latifah was simple and chic in a black blazer and dark shift worn over matching leggings.

The Girl's Trip talent, who's in Fox's Star this Fall, glitzed things up a bit with a solid gold necklace. 

Taking the plunge! Grace Geeley made onlookers green with envy as she displayed her full chest in a plunging emerald suit

Taking the plunge! Grace Geeley made onlookers green with envy as she displayed her full chest in a plunging emerald suit

Shining star! Gabby Sidebe sparkled in a gold frock teamed with gladiator heels and romantic curls

Shining star! Gabby Sidebe sparkled in a gold frock teamed with gladiator heels and romantic curls

The ever-talent Leslie Uggams, who plays Lucious's mom Leah on Empire, matched chic black with blue and green silk

The ever-talent Leslie Uggams, who plays Lucious's mom Leah on Empire, matched chic black with blue and green silk

Gabby Sidebe sparkled in a gold frock teamed with gladiator heels and romantic curls. 

The ever-talent Leslie Uggams, who plays Lucious's mom Leah on Empire, matched chic black with blue and green silk.

The men of the evening were well-suited, with most opting to ditch their ties during the tepid New York evening. 

His Empire! Creator Lee Daniels was well suited in navy during the Saturday soiree

His Empire! Creator Lee Daniels was well suited in navy during the Saturday soiree

Boys in blue! Navy suits were a favorite, as creator Lee Daniels, actor Andre Royo, and rapper Xhibit (above) all donned handsome shades of sapphire
Boys in blue! Navy suits were a favorite, as creator Lee Daniels, actor Andre Royo (above), and rapper Xhibit all donned handsome shades of sapphire

Boys in blue! Navy suits were a favorite, as creator Lee Daniels, actor Andre Royo (right), and rapper Xhibit (left) all donned handsome shades of sapphire

Taye-ing stylish! Taye Diggs stood out in a funky grey cargo pants teamed with a blue jacket, matching hat and crystal clear glasses

Taye-ing stylish! Taye Diggs stood out in a funky grey cargo pants teamed with a blue jacket, matching hat and crystal clear glasses

Navy suits were a favorite, as creator Lee Daniels, actor Andre Royo, and rapper Xhibit all donned handsome shades of sapphire.

Taye Diggs stood out in a funky grey cargo pants teamed with a blue jacket, matching hat and crystal clear glasses.

The triple threat repped American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat on his shirt while added fringed two-tone loafers on foot.

Classic: Benjamin Bratt was handsomely understated in a black button up and matching slacks, leaving his jacket at home for the night

Classic: Benjamin Bratt was handsomely understated in a black button up and matching slacks, leaving his jacket at home for the night

Scarlet fever! Leading lady Brittany O'Grady exuded old Hollywood elegance in a wine red velvet dress teamed with Veronica Lake-style waves

Scarlet fever! Leading lady Brittany O'Grady exuded old Hollywood elegance in a wine red velvet dress teamed with Veronica Lake-style waves

The soiree also celebrated the new season of Star, Empire creator Lee Daniel's other Fox musical drama.

Leading lady Brittany O'Grady exuded old Hollywood elegance in a wine red velvet dress teamed with Veronica Lake-style waves.

Benjamin Bratt was handsomely understated in a black button up and matching slacks, leaving his jacket at home for the night. 

Flower power! Ryan Destiny donned a suit-inspired black dress and eclectic flower-embellished leggings

Flower power! Ryan Destiny donned a suit-inspired black dress and eclectic flower-embellished leggings

Star's showrunner Karen Gist turned heads in a paisley suit paired with sexy lace cami. 

Ryan Destiny donned a suit-inspired black dress and eclectic flower-embellished leggings.

Both Empire and Star premiere Wednesday September 27 on Fox. 

Paisley Park! Star's showrunner Karen Gist turned heads in a paisley suit paired with sexy lace cami

Paisley Park! Star's showrunner Karen Gist turned heads in a paisley suit paired with sexy lace cami

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