Publisher's Synopsis
Kerry Washington is a renowned American actress, producer, and director who has excelled in Hollywood and politics with her versatile and impactful roles. Born in New York City in 1977 to an educator and a businessman, she graduated with honors from George Washington University with a double major in anthropology and sociology. She began her acting career in 1994 and gained fame with her roles in films such as Ray, The Last King of Scotland, Django Unchained, Confirmation, and American Son. She is best known for her role as Olivia Pope, a crisis manager and political strategist, in the popular ABC drama series Scandal, which earned her praise and multiple award nominations. Kerry Washington has also used her influence to advocate for political and social change. She has portrayed influential figures on screen, such as Anita Hill, the law professor who accused Supreme Court nominee Clarence Thomas of sexual harassment, in the film Confirmation. She has also expressed her feminist views and supported women's rights, especially in the areas of reproductive health, education, and violence prevention. She is married to former NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha and has two children with him. Time magazine and Forbes have named her one of the most influential people in the world and one of the highest-paid television actresses respectively.
