OITNB star Laverne Cox learnt to work hard from Beyonce

Apart from Beyonce, Laverne is also a big fan of Tina Turner.

The Orange Is The New Black star Laverne Cox says she learned the importance of hard work from Beyonce.

Cox, 32, said she looks up to the work ethics of Beyonce. (Agencies)

Cox, 32, said she looks up to the work ethics of the Run The World hitmaker, reported Female First.

“Beyonce represents excellence. Her work ethic is like nobody else I’ve ever seen.

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“There were so many moments when I was shooting Rocky Horror and I’d be exhausted. My body would be hurting and I’d be like, ‘Beyonce. Beyonce does this.’ You have to just put in the work,” she said.

Apart from Beyonce, she is also a big fan of Tina Turner.

“The pain, pleasure, and agony of all she’s been through is in her voice. Her story is the story of so many black women who’ve endured abuse and come out the other side in such a brilliant, beautiful way.”

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