SmartLess "Kerry Washington"
Aug 1, 2022
Kerry Washington, acclaimed actress and producer known for her role as Olivia Pope in 'Scandal', shares hilarious and insightful stories from her early career in a traveling sex education sketch group. She discusses the importance of safer sex awareness and navigates the challenges of educating peers during the early AIDS epidemic with humor. The conversation touches on the pressures of social media, her experiences in the entertainment industry, and the blend of authenticity and laughter that shapes her journey.
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Facts of Life Live
- Kerry Washington, Will Arnett, and Jason Bateman reminisced about working together on "Live in Front of a Studio Audience".
- Washington had not listened to the podcast before their dinner, faking familiarity with episodes.
Backstage Etiquette
- Kerry Washington feels obligated to visit backstage after shows with Black casts.
- She believes it would be noticed if she didn't, highlighting a unique aspect of shared cultural experience.
The Backstage Snub
- Kerry Washington admitted to holding a grudge against an actor who didn't visit her backstage.
- Later, she learned his wife attended alone and was rushing to the airport, teaching her a lesson about generosity.
