In a shocking turn of events, Teraji P. Henson’s recent revelation about contemplating walking awayfrom Oprah Winfrey’s new project has reignited the controversy surrounding Mo’Nique’s claims from almost 15 years ago.

Mo’Nique, who won an Oscar for her role in the 2009 film “Precious,” publicly accused Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, and Lee Daniels of blacklisting her in the industry after she declined to work for free on the film’s international press tour.

The saga began when Mo’Nique asserted that she had fulfilled all contractual obligations for “Precious” and declined additional unpaid work, leading to a campaign to label her as difficult and uncooperative. The fallout resulted in a heated confrontation on “The View,” where Whoopi Goldberg, a co-host, tried to school Mo’Nique about the entertainment industry’s expectations.

During the intense exchange, Whoopi suggested that Mo’Nique should have complied with the additional requests for free work, emphasizing that it was part of her job. Mo’Nique fired back, rejecting the notion that she should work for free, stating, “If they’re not paying you, baby, that’s called slavery.”

The controversy escalated as Mo’Nique referred to Whoopi Goldberg as “the help” in an interview with Vulture. Mo’Nique clarified that the term was used in response to Whoopi’s attempt to shame her on national television, emphasizing that she stood against exploitation and unfair treatment.

Steve Harvey, another industry figure, initially expressed agreement with Mo’Nique in private but later criticized her on air, accusing her of burning bridges. Mo’Nique confronted Harvey on his show, highlighting the lack of support from those who privately acknowledged her plight.

With Teraji P. Henson’s recent revelation about contemplating leaving Oprah’s project due to alleged lowballing, social media has erupted with calls for Mo’Nique to receive the apology she deserves. Supporters argue that Henson’s experience echoes Mo’Nique’s claims from years ago, pointing to a pattern of exploitation and mistreatment within the industry.

As the public awaits responses from Oprah Winfrey, Tyler Perry, and other industry figures, Mo’Nique’s saga serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by black entertainers in Hollywood and the importance of standing up against exploitation, even at the risk of being labeled as “difficult.”

The question remains: Is Mo’Nique finally being vindicated, and will her industry peers acknowledge the validity of her claims?