Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington is an American actress. She is best known for playing crisis manager Olivia Pope on the television drama Scandal (2012-2018). Washington starred as Anita Hill in the 2016 television film Confirmation. She won an Emmy Award for outstanding variety special for her starring role in the live revival of Good Times in 2019. Washington also starred on Hulu's limited series Little Fires Everywhere (2020). In film, Washington is known for starring in 2001's Save the Last Dance, 2004's Ray, 2006's The Last King of Scotland and 2012's Django Unchained.

Full Name: Kerry Marisa Washington
Hometown: New York City
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Notable Projects: Scandal
Born: 01/31/1977
Age: 45

FAQs

Who is Kerry Washington married to?: Kerry Washington has been married to former NFL player Nnamdi Asomugha since June 2013.
How many kids does Kerry Washington have?: Kerry Washington has two children, daughter Isabelle Amarachi and son Caleb Kelechi, with husband Nnamdi Asomugha. She is also the stepmother of Asomugha's daughter from a previous relationship.
How is Kerry Washington related to Colin Powell?: Through her mother, Valerie, Kerry Washington is cousin to former United States Secretary of State Colin Powell.
How old was Kerry Washington in 'Save the Last Dance'?: The movie 'Save the Last Dance' was released on January 12, 2001 when Kerry Washington was 23 years old.

Most Recent

See Kerry Washington and Charlize Theron in Magical First Teaser for The School for Good & Evil

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Kerry Washington Jokes Scandal Costars Scott Foley and Tony Goldwyn Were Mad 'for Years' over Kissing Answer

"I thought I was keeping the peace by saying I don't like to kiss either one of them but they were both pretty pissed," Washington revealed with a laugh about her onscreen love interests

Scandal Inspiration Judy Smith Talks Life Behind the 'Murder Board': 'I'm Used to a Crisis'

Ten years ago, the hit ABC series took a cue from Smith when it came to showing how DC fixer Olivia Pope ensured every situation was "handled"

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Kerry Washington Goes Green, Opts for Sustainable Jewelry in Earth Day Bikini Photo Shoot

"Going green for #EarthDay!" Kerry Washington wrote on Instagram with photos of herself modeling a green bikini and some sustainable jewelry from her brand Aurate

Kerry Washington to Voice Bart's New Teacher in Her Simpsons Debut: 'Can't Wait'

The voice actress who played Bart Simpson's former teacher, Edna Krabappel, died in 2013

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