Why Kerry Washington Thinks It's An 'Exciting Time' for Diversity on TV

Kerry Washington thinks Americans are finally ready to embrace diversity on their small screens.At the Paley Center for Media’s tribute celebrating the achievements of African-Americans on TV, the Scandal star said TV networks are finally “realizing how valuable it is to have diversity and inclusivity” as part of their programming. “We’re realizing that it’s important to celebrate each other’s differences,” she said.Washington is the modern day leader of the diverse army of women taking over TV.