Symone, the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race season 13, is a drag queen with many talents! She's also a huge fan of the TV show Scandal. Let's dive into her love for Olivia Pope and the show!
Symone: Drag Queen and Superfan
Symone is more than just a drag queen. She's also an actress and a model. But one of her lesser-known passions is her love for the show Scandal. She's been a fan since the very first episode way back in her teenage years!
Still Hooked After All These Years
Even though it's been almost 12 years since Scandal first aired, Symone's love for the show is stronger than ever. She talks about it all the time, and even appeared on the Scandal podcast "Unpacking the Toolbox."
Olivia Pope: A Powerful Role Model
One of the main reasons Symone loves Scandal so much is the character of Olivia Pope, played by Kerry Washington. Olivia is a strong, independent woman who paves her own way. Symone admires Olivia's confidence and the way she commands respect.
Favorite Olivia Pope Moments
Symone has a few favorite Olivia Pope moments from the show. She loves the scene where Olivia confronts a potential Vice President about an affair, and another scene where she takes matters into her own hands against a former friend.
Loving Olivia's Style
Symone isn't just a fan of Olivia's personality. She also loves her fashion sense! Olivia's iconic coats, designer bags, and stunning dresses are all favorites of Symone's. However, Symone says she wouldn't copy Olivia's style for her drag performances. She prefers to capture Olivia's strong spirit and confidence.
From Fan to Co-Star
Symone's love for Scandal paid off in a big way! She co-starred with Guillermo Diaz, who played Huck on Scandal, in the movie Bros. When she first met him, she couldn't hide her excitement about being around a star from her favorite show!
Symone on Shondaland Again
Symone recently appeared on another Shondaland show, Station 19. She played a drag queen named Mary Mint, and she was thrilled to be a part of a show that celebrates LGBTQ+ characters.
Symone: A Busy But Grateful Star
These days, Symone is a very busy person. She's acting, modeling, and performing as a drag queen. But no matter how busy she gets, she'll always find time to celebrate her love for Scandal and the inspiring character of Olivia Pope.
FAQ
What is Scandal?
Scandal is a popular TV show that ran from 2012 to 2018. It follows Olivia Pope, a crisis management expert who fixes problems for the rich and famous.
Who is Olivia Pope?
Olivia Pope is the main character in Scandal. She's a powerful, independent woman who runs her own crisis management firm.
Why does Symone love Olivia Pope?
Symone admires Olivia Pope's strength, confidence, and independence. She sees Olivia as a role model.
