Viola Davis

American actress and producer (born 1965)

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Viola Davis is an American actress and film producer. Known for her work across screen and stage, her accolades include both the Triple Crown of Acting and the EGOT. Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2012 and 2017. In 2020, The New York Times ranked her ninth on its list of the greatest actors of the 21st century.

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Viola Davis Opts to Pause On 'G20' Movie Despite Getting SAG Waiver Viola Davis might be setting a tone for A-listers -- because, despite recently receiving an independent film waiver, she's stopping down on her new movie ... all to support the strike. The actress told.. TMZ.com - Published on July 29, 2023
Viola Davis Becomes Latest EGOT Recipient with Grammys Win Viola Davis just joined an exclusive club in the world of entertainment ... becoming the 18th EGOT winner in history, this after snagging a Grammy and giving a helluva reaction. The actress was up for.. TMZ.com - Published on February 5, 2023

Viola Davis on pushing for bold roles and The Woman King being her 'magnus opus' Her latest film is the true story of a fierce group of female warriors who protected a West African Kingdom in the 1800s, given the Hollywood treatment. Sky News - Published on October 5, 2022
Calls for 'The Woman King' to Be Boycotted Amid Slave Trade Criticism Viola Davis' new movie has sparked a fierce debate about Hollywood covering hard truths through a lens -- including slavery ... resulting in some calling for a boycott of this one. "The Woman King" hit.. TMZ.com - Published on September 17, 2022
Viola Davis Says Director Once Called Her 'Louise,' His Maid's Name Viola Davis says that even at her status in Hollywood, racism persists on a regular basis for her ... especially from one man who apparently referred to her as his hired help. The actress -- who's.. TMZ.com - Published on May 21, 2022

Viola Davis Slams Critics of Her Michelle Obama Portrayal Viola Davis has heard all the criticism leveled at her over her portrayal of Michelle Obama -- as it pertains to her lip choices, that is -- and her response is ... screw the haters. The Oscar-winning.. TMZ.com - Published on April 26, 2022
Viola Davis' Portrayal of Michelle Obama Mocked Over Pursed Lips Viola Davis' turn as Michelle Obama for a new show is getting some early looks, and in the same breath ... some early ridicule too over an apparent character choice she's made. The Showtime series "The.. TMZ.com - Published on April 17, 2022