Taraji P. Henson shows off her pipes in the 'SNL' sketch you never saw

Taraji P. Henson, queen of everything the light touches, can basically do no wrong, but the same can’t be said about her character in this never-before-seen SNL sketch from the Empire star’s hosting gig back in April.

In the scene, which was supposed to air as part of her episode but was cut due to time constraints, the Emmy-nominated Henson plays the lead singer of a 50s-style female singing group who show up to their big break a little less than well prepared.

Let’s just say if one of Cookie’s artists pulled something like this, they’d have hell to pay.

Watch the clip above, which is debuting on Mashable.

When you’re done, check out this week’s Memorable Moment, featuring Taran Killam.

SNL returns to our TV screens Oct. 3, with returning host Miley Cyrus.

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