Viola Davis

Viola Davis is a critically revered, award-winning actress, producer, and New York Times best-selling author. She is the first black actress to win two Tony Awards, an Oscar, and an Emmy. She also achieved EGOT status by winning a Grammy for the audiobook recording of her memoir Finding Me.

You can catch Viola in her newest film G20, released on Amazon Prime in April 2025.

In 2012, Davis and her husband founded JuVee, with its focus being to give a voice to the voiceless through strong, impactful, and culturally relevant narratives. The Los Angeles-based and artist-driven company produces film, television, and digital content across all of entertainment. They are launching the Davis Tennon Foundation which aims to foster connections between individuals and community-based organizations across Rhode Island to address critical social issues including empowering women, preventing domestic violence, enhancing after-school opportunities and addressing housing challenges.

A graduate of The Julliard School, Davis received an Honorary Doctorate during its 109th Commencement Ceremony and she also holds an Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts degree from her alma mater, Rhode Island College. She resides in Los Angeles with her husband and daughter.