Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington is an American actress best known for playing Olivia Pope in the television series *Scandal* (2012–2018), a role that made her the first Black woman to lead a network drama in nearly four decades.

She has also appeared in films including *Django Unchained* and *Ray*, and is recognized for her political activism and advocacy work.

actress

Django Unchained

filmography · Emmy · Golden Globe · ABC · Shonda Rhimes · drama · leading lady · screen · casting · producer

advocate

activism

Direct effort for reform

Time's Up · Women's March · DNC · empowerment · spokesperson · philanthropy · ambassador · awareness · reform · voice

style

red carpet

Ceremonial welcome flooring

chic · trendsetter · glamour · Vogue · Met Gala · couture · sophistication · accessories · stylist · iconic

Categories
Opposites
acting style/persona

Kerry WashingtonMelissa McCarthy

Kristen Wiig · Amy Schumer · Will Ferrell · Jim Carrey · Rebel Wilson

political/social engagement

Kerry WashingtonJon Voight

James Woods · Roseanne Barr · Kid Rock · Ted Nugent

cultural representation

Kerry WashingtonReese Witherspoon

Jennifer Aniston · Grace Kelly · Doris Day

Family

Kerry, Washington, wash, washing, washer, washed, washable

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Top 500,000
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Mostly American · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G