It Runs in the Family – 30+ Famous People That You Probably Didn’t Know Are Related Until Now

Kerry Washington and Colin Powell

Colin Powell, who famously served as the first Black Secretary of State, held the title of the highest-ranking African American man in the history of the federal executive branch before President Barack Obama assumed office.

Kerry Washington was among the many who paid respect to the former Secretary of State when he passed away in October 2021. Not only was he a well-known figure to her, but he was also a member of her family. On Washington’s mother’s side, they are related, and in her social media tribute, she revealed that he was a significant influence on her as she was growing up.

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