Kerry Washington - Actress
Age: 48
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Actress
Kerry Washington is an Emmy-winning, SAG, and Golden Globe-nominated actor, director, producer, and organizer. A native of The Bronx, New York, she is recognized as a versatile and fearless performer who has received acclaim for her work across film, television, theater, and advocacy.
She gained widespread public recognition for her role as Olivia Pope on the hit ABC drama Scandal, breaking barriers as the first Black woman since 1974 to headline a network TV drama. Her film credits include Django Unchained, Ray, The Last King of Scotland, and Save the Last Dance. She has also received Emmy nominations for her roles in the TV movie Confirmation and the miniseries Little Fires Everywhere.
Washington is also an activist dedicated to using her voice to fight for justice. She launched her production company, Simpson Street, in 2016. She was included on Time magazine's Most Influential People list in 2014 and its Women of the Year list in 2022.