'Scandal' star Kerry Washington has signed an overall deal with the studio behing the ABC drama series, ABC Studios, and its cable/digital division ABC Signature Studios, for her recently launched production company "Simpson Street". Under the two-year deal, Simpson Street- named after the street where her mother grew up in the Bronx- will develop broadcast, cable and digital projects exclusively for ABC Studios and ABC Signature.
Simpson Street's first project, which preceded the overall deal was the Anita Hill/ Clarence Thomas HBO movie 'Confirmation.'
"I believe strongly in the importance in having a seat at the table, which makes starting this production company thrilling to me," Kerry said. "It's an honor to be at a point in my career when I can help generate projects that are exciting, necessary and truly reflect the world around us. I'm grateful to be on this journey with ABC, a network that remains unparalleled in its commitment to inclusive storytelling."
Kerry Washington became the first black woman in nearly four decades to headline a network TV drama when 'Scandal' premiered on ABC in 2012.
Congratulations Kerry, you make us all proud.