Breaking news: Kerry Washington uncovers truth about her biological father

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LOS ANGELES, Sept 25., (Agencies): Actress Kerry Washington has unveiled a shocking revelation in her newly released memoir, ‘Thicker Than Water,’ shedding light on her parents’ decision to keep her in the dark about their fertility struggles.

In this candid memoir, the 46-year-old star of ‘Scandal’ discloses a life-altering discovery: her father, Earl Washington, is not her biological parent. This revelation has set her on a profound journey of self-discovery, one that she describes as having “turned my world upside down.”

Washington decided to share this deeply personal revelation in an interview with People for an upcoming issue. She recounts that the truth emerged when she informed her parents about her participation in the PBS series ‘Finding Your Roots’ with Henry Louis Gates Jr., a show where celebrities explore their ancestral origins through DNA analysis.

After concealing this family secret for decades, Washington’s parents, Valerie, a professor, and Earl, a real estate agent, had a discreet conversation with Gates. He advised them that it was best to discuss such revelations within the family before any public exposure. Subsequently, her parents extended an invitation for a family gathering in the spring of 2018.

Upon receiving this life-altering information, Washington reflected, “When I got this information, I was like, ‘Oh. I now know my story.'” She had long felt like a supporting character in her parents’ narrative and sensed something was missing. Learning the truth brought a sense of relief, as she finally understood her own story.

Despite her initial shock, Washington remained composed, asking numerous questions while showing understanding for her parents during this challenging moment. She discovered that her parents had resorted to using an anonymous sperm donor to conceive after grappling with fertility issues. They had nearly decided never to disclose this information to her.

Washington reveals that the sense of dissonance and the feeling of something being concealed about her own body had led to years of anxiety, self-esteem struggles, and an eating disorder during her youth. She now believes these issues were potentially linked to subconsciously sensing her parents’ secret.

Armed with this newfound knowledge, Washington felt compelled to share her authentic story with the world, leading to the creation of ‘Thicker Than Water.’ She describes the memoir as a personal exploration of her life, filling in the missing puzzle piece that has long eluded her.

While her parents initially had reservations about her writing the memoir, they gradually became supportive throughout the process. For Washington, this project is an opportunity to prioritize herself and step into the role of the most important person in her own life.

Ultimately, this experience deepened Washington’s connection with her parents, fostering greater love, compassion, and understanding. Delving into their family history allowed her to empathize with their experiences, sacrifices, and challenges, bringing her closer to them.

Kerry Washington’s memoir, ‘Thicker Than Water,’ is not just about her paternity revelation; it promises to provide readers with an intimate glimpse into both her public and private life, offering insights into her multifaceted roles as an artist, advocate, entrepreneur, mother, daughter, wife, and Black woman.

Scheduled for release on Tuesday, September 26, Washington’s memoir is poised to offer a compelling narrative that invites readers to explore her world with open hearts, gain fresh perspectives, and nurture deeper compassion for themselves and others.

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