Getting a Leg Up

After celebrating her 45th birthday on Jan. 31, the Scandal star wasn’t about to cool her heels. “I’m so excited to spend this next year with you all sharing projects, art, people, causes and moments that inspire me. It would be the best birthday present ever if you all could show [organizations such as 1Hood Media and Youth Rise Texas] some love because fighting for justice and democracy can sometimes be a thankless job.”