“Kerry Washington will now be spending more time behind the camera with her new deal with ABC.

‘I believe strongly in the importance of having a seat at the table which makes starting this production company thrilling for me,’ Washington said in a statement. ‘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.'”

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