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Viola Davis

Academy Award-Winning Actress

Born 1965

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In Their Own Words

“The only thing that separates women of color from anyone else is opportunity.”
— Viola Davis

Areas of Expertise

perseverance authenticity breaking barriers courage craft

Key Achievements

First Black actress to achieve the Triple Crown of Acting (Oscar, Emmy, Tony)
Academy Award for Fences, Emmy for How to Get Away with Murder
TIME 100 Most Influential People
Overcame extreme poverty growing up in Rhode Island

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