Kerry Washington
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Kerry Washington is an American actress, best known for playing the role of Olivia Pope in the ABC political drama series Scandal (2012–2018). She is also known for her roles in the films Ray, She Hate Me, The Last King of Scotland, and Django Unchained. Born Kerry Marisa Washington on January 31, 1977 in The Bronx, New York City, she is the only child of Valerie, a professor and educational consultant, and Earl Washington, a real estate broker. She is of Jamaican American (partly English and Scottish) on her mother”s side and African American descent on her father”s side. After graduating from Spence School in Manhattan in 1994, she attended George Washington University, graduating Phi Beta Kappa in 1998 with a double major in anthropology and sociology. She also studied acting at Michael Howard Studios in New York City. In 2013, she married former NFL cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha, with whom she has a daughter, Isabelle Amarachi and a son, Caleb Kelechi.![]() |
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Kerry Marisa Washington Personal Details | |
Family / Birth / Real Name: | Kerry Marisa Washington |
Nicknames: | Kerry |
Date of Birth: | 31 January 1977 |
Birthplace: | The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA |
Nationality: | American |
Race / Ethnicity: | Black (African-American, Afro-Jamaican) |
Religion: | Christian |
Occupation / Job(s): | Actress |
Gender: | Female |
Zodiac / Birth Sign: | Aquarius |
Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
Kerry Marisa Washington Family Details | |
Father: | Earl Washington (Real-estate agent) |
Mother: | Valerie Washington (Professor and educational consultant) |
Siblings: | None |
Marital Status: | Married |
Spouse: | Nnamdi Asomugha (m. 2013) |
Children Name: | Isabelle Amarachi Asomugha (Daughter), Caleb Kelechi Asomugha (Son) |
Kerry Marisa Washington Body Measurements | |
Height in Feet: | 5′ 4″ |
Height in Meters: | 1.63 m |
Overall Body Weight in Kilogram: | 53 kg |
Overall Body Weight in Pounds: | 117 lbs |
Body Build / Type: | Slim |
Bra Size: | 30B |
Feet/ Shoe Size: | 6.5 (US) |
Body Measurements: | 33-24-34 in (84-61-86 cm) |
Waist Size: | 24 inches (61 cm) |
Hips Size: | 34 inches (86 cm) |
Eye Color: | Dark Brown |
Hair Color: | Black |
Dress size: | 2 (US) |
Kerry Marisa Washington Distinctive Features | |
She always keeps a souvenir from the character she plays. For example, a piece of clothing, the character wore, or the furniture o the house, the character lived in. Measurements32-24-34 in or 81-61-86 cm Dress Size2 (US) or 34 (EU) Shoe Size8 (US) or 38.5 (EU) Brand EndorsementsNeutrogena (2013) She is the brand ambassador and creative consultant of the beauty brand. In 2016, supported (or endorsed) Hillary Clinton during the 2016 Presidential Elections and appeared in a commercial alongside Ellen Pompeo, Viola Davis, and Shonda Rhimes. ReligionWashington is probably a Christian. Best Known ForStarring in ABC’s hit political thriller television series Scandal for her role as Olivia Pope, a former crisis management expert. First FilmShe debuted with 2000 drama film Our Song in which she played Lanisha Brown. First TV ShowIn 1994, Kerry guest appeared in the anthology series ABC Afterschool Special for her role as Heather in an episode titled “Magical Make-Overâ€. Personal TrainerNonna always encourages his clients to listen to the body as one is the best doctor of his own body. Kerry does Pilates with Nonna for 60 minutes per session and three to four times in a week. One of the reason, Kerry loves Pilates is this kind of exercise does not put pressure on her joints. She was a bit worried about her joints couple of years back when she used to work with some different trainer as at that time, she had some jerk (or problem) around the neck and shoulder area. Nonna works on her calves especially to increase Kerry’s confidence, when she is moving around in high heels. Kerry Washington Favorite Things
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Kerry Marisa Washington Education | |
Spence School George Washington UniversitySpence School George Washington University |
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Kerry Marisa Washington Brand Endorsements | |
Neutrogena (2013)
She is the brand ambassador and creative consultant of the beauty brand. In 2016, supported (or endorsed) Hillary Clinton during the 2016 Presidential Elections and appeared in a commercial alongside Ellen Pompeo, Viola Davis, and Shonda Rhimes. ReligionWashington is probably a Christian. Best Known ForStarring in ABC’s hit political thriller television series Scandal for her role as Olivia Pope, a former crisis management expert. First FilmShe debuted with 2000 drama film Our Song in which she played Lanisha Brown. First TV ShowIn 1994, Kerry guest appeared in the anthology series ABC Afterschool Special for her role as Heather in an episode titled “Magical Make-Overâ€. Personal TrainerNonna always encourages his clients to listen to the body as one is the best doctor of his own body. Kerry does Pilates with Nonna for 60 minutes per session and three to four times in a week. One of the reason, Kerry loves Pilates is this kind of exercise does not put pressure on her joints. She was a bit worried about her joints couple of years back when she used to work with some different trainer as at that time, she had some jerk (or problem) around the neck and shoulder area. Nonna works on her calves especially to increase Kerry’s confidence, when she is moving around in high heels. Kerry Washington Favorite Things
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Kerry Marisa Washington Interesting Facts | |
*She was born on January 31, 1977 in The Bronx, New York City. *She”s an only child. *She is a 1998 graduate of George Washington University. *Jennifer Lopez was her high school dancing teacher. *She was selected one of Time magazines 100 Most Influential People of 2014. *She ranked #65 on Maxim magazine”s Hot 100 Women of 2014 list. *She is friends with Nicole Kidman and Oprah Winfrey. *She was engaged to actor David Moscow from October 2004 until March 2007. *Visit her official website: www.kerrywashington.com |
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Instagram: | Kerry Marisa Washington on Instagram |
Facebook: | Kerry Marisa Washington on Facebook |
Twitter: | Kerry Marisa Washington on Twitter |
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