Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1977-01-31
- Born Place: The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA
Height:
5′ 4″ (1.63 m)
Kerry Washington
Kerry Washington is a highly acclaimed American actress, producer, and director. Born on January 31, 1977, in the Bronx, New York City, she began her career with roles in films like Save the Last Dance (2001) and Ray (2004), where she received critical praise for her portrayal of Della Bea Robinson. She gained widespread international recognition and broke barriers as the first Black woman since 1974 to headline a network TV drama for her role as crisis management expert Olivia Pope in the hit ABC series Scandal (2012–2018). Her performance earned her numerous award nominations, including two Emmy nominations.Washington's filmography is extensive and includes diverse roles in films like Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained (2012), The Last King of Scotland (2006), and the superhero films Fantastic Four (2005) and Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (2007). She has also been involved in a number of television projects, including the television movie Confirmation (2016), for which she received an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Anita Hill, and the limited series Little Fires Everywhere (2020).Beyond her acting, Washington is a prolific producer through her company, Simpson Street, and has also directed episodes of shows like Scandal and Insecure. A dedicated activist, she has been recognized for her work in social and political causes, including being named one of Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2014. Her recent and upcoming work includes the films Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025) and Shadow Force (2025).
Awards :
25 wins & 70 nominations
