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How did you know Kerry was right for the role?
I knew she was the one from the moment we first met. We spent hours talking and hit it off instantly. She immediately understood who I was as a person. What I did, and how and why I help people in crisis.
How does she remind you of yourself?
Kerry is strong, savvy, and smart. Plus. she understands there is a world bigger than herself.
What’s most impressive about her performance?
She has the ability to demonstrate compassion and strength at the same time.
Scandal’s co-creator Judy Smith on Kerry Washington portraying her as Olivia Pope to JET magazine, October 29th edition.
