Kerry Washington receives the 2,796th Hollywood Walk of Fame star for her groundbreaking contributions to television, joined by Tyler Perry and Shonda Rhimes at the ceremony.
Kerry Washington poses proudly with her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating her groundbreaking achievements in television and entertainment.Actor Kerry Washington has received the 2,796th star on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, cementing her legacy in the television industry.Celebrated for her groundbreaking role as Olivia Pope in the ABC drama" Scandal ", Washington described the moment as “surreal” but credited her father, Earl Washington , for manifesting the honour.
“Anytime he would hear that somebody was getting one, he was like, ‘Why don’t you have one?’” Washington shared during an interview with Variety. “I feel like he’s manifested this moment. I’m excited that I get to share it with him.” During the ceremony, Washington delivered an emotional speech reflecting on her journey and the influences of her upbringing.
She recounted stories of her mother’s family growing up on Simpson Street in the Bronx, which inspired the name of her production company. “My mom and dad also taught me to dream,” she said. “Mom, Dad, can you believe it? An actual star. You made a wish, and it came true.”She made history as the first Black woman in 40 years to lead a network drama with"Scandal", a role that earned her widespread acclaim.Washington also took the opportunity to thank her supporters, saying, “May you always know that this star, this Kerry Washington star, this is our star. It is your star, as much as it is mine.
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