Kerry Washington is an Emmy, Golden Globe, and SAG-nominated actor, director, producer, and activist whose bold performances and advocacy have made her one of the most influential figures in entertainment. A Bronx native, she became a household name playing Olivia Pope in Scandal, the first network drama in nearly 40 years led by a Black woman. The role earned her multiple accolades, including Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.
Her film credits span blockbusters and critically acclaimed dramas, including Ray, Django Unchained, The Last King of Scotland, and Little Fires Everywhere, which she also produced. She founded her production company Simpson Street in 2016, dedicated to telling inclusive stories. Its projects—such as Confirmation, American Son, and Live in Front of a Studio Audience—have earned numerous awards and nominations.
On Broadway, she starred in Race and American Son, later adapting the latter for Netflix. As a director, she’s worked on Scandal, Insecure, and SMILF.
Beyond entertainment, Washington is a powerful advocate for civic engagement and equality. She co-chairs Michelle Obama’s When We All Vote, founded Influence Change 2020, and has received honors from the NAACP, GLAAD, and ACLU for her activism.
She currently serves as a brand ambassador and creative consultant for Neutrogena.
Starred as Olivia Pope in ABC’s hit series Scandal.
Portrayed Anita Hill in HBO’s political drama Confirmation (2016).
Played Mia Warren in Hulu’s Little Fires Everywhere (2020).
Played Alicia Masters in two live-action Fantastic Four films.
Debuted in feature film Our Song in the year 2000.
Portrayed Della Bea Robinson in Ray Charles biopic Ray (2004).
Played Kay in Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained (2012).
Appeared in The Last King of Scotland alongside Forest Whitaker.
Played a supporting role in action comedy Mr. & Mrs. Smith.
Portrayed Major Charity Adams in 2024’s WWII drama The Six Triple Eight.
Broadway debut in David Mamet’s Race with James Spader.
Starred in American Son, earning critical praise and Drama League nomination.
Reprised American Son role in 2019 Netflix film adaptation.
Won a Primetime Emmy Award for outstanding television work.
Nominated twice for Emmy: Outstanding Lead Actress for Scandal.
Nominated for Emmy: Outstanding Lead Actress for Little Fires Everywhere.
Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Scandal.
Tony Award nomination recognizing excellence in live Broadway performance.
Emmy nomination for playing Anita Hill in Confirmation.
NAACP Image Award winner for groundbreaking role in Scandal.
Forbes ranked her eighth highest-paid television actress in 2018.
Time Magazine’s 2014 list: 100 Most Influential People in World.
Received GLAAD’s Vanguard Award for promoting LGBTQ+ visibility.
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