Kerry Washington was born on January 5, 1977. Kerry Washington grew up in the Bronx section of New York and attended the Spence School in Manhattan. Kerry Washington's also a graduate of George Washington University.

Actress made her feature film debut in the highly acclaimed film "Our Song". Kerry Washington later appeared in the hit film "Save the Last Dance" with Julia Stiles and Sean Patrick Thomas. Other films Kerry Washington has appeared include "Bad Company", "The Human Stain" and "Sin".

She has guest starred in such tv shows as "NYPD Blue", "The Guardian" and "Law & Order". Kerry Washington had a recurring role in the A&E series "100 Centre Street". Kerry Washington received an Independent Spirit Award Best Actress nomination for her work in the film "Lift". Kerry Washington also received a Teen Choice Award for Best Breakout Performance for her work in "Save The Last Dance".