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Shonda Rhimes Biography
Shonda Lynn Rhimes popularly known as Shonda Rhimes is an American television producer, journalist, and author. She is best known for creating, writing, and producing television medical drama series, Grey's Anatomy. She has written / produced / directed various films and television shows. Her business, Shondaland has produced many tv series and films. Her other popular series are Private Practice, Scandal, How to Get Away with Murder, and Station 19 among others.
| Short Bio | |
|---|---|
| First Name | Shonda |
| Last Name | Rhimes |
| Profession | Screenwriter |
| Age | 50 years old |
| Birthday & Zodiac | |
| Birth Sign | Capricorn |
| Birth Date | January 13, 1970 |
| Birthday | January 13 |
| Birth Place | Chicago, IL |
| Country | US |
Shonda Rhimes Career
- Screenwriter
Shonda Rhimes Education
- In Chicago Heights, Illinois, Rhimes attended Marian Catholic High School. She majored in English and film studies at Dartmouth College and received her bachelor's degree in 1991. She entered the Black Underground theatre company in Dartmouth. Subsequently, she moved to Los Angeles to attend Southern California University and study screenwriting. Rhimes, ranked at the top of her USC class, received the Gary Rosenberg Writing Fellowship. She graduated from the USC School of Cinematic Arts with a Master of Fine Arts degree.
Before Fame
- She trained at Dartmouth College before taking her first job on television.
Shonda Rhimes Real Name
- Shonda Lynn Rhimes
Shonda Rhimes Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Shonda is 50 years old, she is 5′ 6″ (1.68 m). Her body measurements are still not confirmed yet. We will update you as soon as possible. Her zodiac sign is Capricon
| Height & Weight | |
| Height (Approx.) | 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m) |
| Weight (Approx.) | 74 kg (163 lbs) |
| Body Measurements | Unknown |
| Physical Stats | |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Dress Size | 14 US |
| Shoe Size | 10 US |
Shonda Rhimes Achievements
For being at the top of her class, she received the Gary Rosenberg Writing Fellowship Award from USC's Film School, and she wrote the screenplay for the 2002 Brittany Spears film Crossroads.
Shonda Rhimes Films
| Year | Title | Credited as | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Creator | Director | Writer | Producer | ||
| 1995 | Hank Aaron: Chasing the Dream | No | Yes | No | No |
| 1998 | Blossoms and Veils | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| 1999 | Introducing Dorothy Dandridge | No | No | Yes | No |
| 2002 | Crossroads | No | No | Yes | No |
| 2004 | The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement | No | No | Yes | No |
| 2005–present | Grey's Anatomy | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| 2007–2013 | Private Practice | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| 2009 | Inside the Box | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2009 | Seattle Grace: On Call | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| 2009 | Seattle Grace: Message of Hope | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| 2011 | Off the Map | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2012 | Gilded Lilys | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2012–2018 | Scandal | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| 2014–2020 | How to Get Away with Murder | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2016–2017 | The Catch | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2017 | Still Star-Crossed | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2018–2019 | For the People | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2018–present | Station 19 | No | No | No | Yes |
| 2020 | Bridgerton | No | No | No | Yes |
| TBA | Notes on Love | TBA | TBA | Yes | Yes |
| TBA | Inventing Anna | Yes | TBA | Yes | Yes |
Shonda Rhimes Bibliography
- Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand In the Sun and Be Your Own Person, September 2016
Awards and Nominations
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Best Continuing Series | Grey's Anatomy | Nominated |
Black Reel Award
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Best Screenplay, Adapted or Original | The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement | Nominated |
Directors Guild of America Award
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | DGA Diversity Award | Shonda Rhimes | Won |
GLAAD Media Awards
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Golden Gate Award | Shonda Rhimes | Won |
Primetime Emmy Award
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Outstanding Drama Series | Grey's Anatomy | Nominated |
| Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series | Nominated | ||
| 2007 | Outstanding Drama Series | Nominated |
NAACP Image Award
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Outstanding Drama Series | Grey's Anatomy | Won |
| 2007 | Won | ||
| 2008 | Won | ||
| 2009 | Won | ||
| 2010 | Nominated | ||
| 2011 | Won | ||
| 2013 | Nominated | ||
| Scandal | Nominated | ||
| 2015 | Entertainer of the Year | Shonda Rhimes | Nominated |
| 2016 | Nominated |
Producers Guild of America Awards
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Television Series – Drama | Grey's Anatomy | Nominated |
| 2006 | Television Series – Drama | Won | |
| 2007 | Television Series – Drama | Nominated |
| Year | Category | Nominated work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | New Series | Grey's Anatomy | Won |
| Dramatic Series | Nominated | ||
| 2006 | Nominated | ||
| 2015 | Laurel Award for TV Writing Achievement | Shonda Rhimes | Won |
Family & Relatives
| Family & Relatives | |
| Father | Nicholas |
| Mother | Ilee Rhimes |
| Siblings | Unknown |
| Relatives | Unknown |
She has three children, Harper, Emerson, and Beckett.
Association
- Actor Patrick Dempsey starred on Grey's Anatomy, hit show by Shonda
Shonda Rhimes Net Worth
Shonda is a well-known and popular TV Actress. The main and primary source of her income comes from Writing. Let’s check how rich Shonda is in 2020?
| Net Worth 2020 | $140 million |
| Annual Salary | Under Review. |
| Income Source | Primary Income source Screen Writer (profession) |
FAQs
Who is Shonda Rhimes Husband?
Shonda Rhimes never dated. She has 2 kids, though. Three of her adopted children. She adopted her first daughter in 2002 and another in 2012. She welcomed her daughter in 2013 via gestational surrogacy.
How tall is Shonda Rhimes?
Shonda stands at 1.68 m, 5 feet and 6 inches tall.
What is Shonda Rhimes Net Worth?
Her net worth is valued at $140 m.
Does Shonda Rhimes still write for GREY's?
She exited the show in 2017
How much did Netflix pay Shonda Rhimes?
$150 Million Netflix Deal
Why did Shonda Rhimes kill off George?
In 2009, after the end of the fifth season, it was announced that Knight would not return for the sixth season of the series. The actor stated that the reason for his departure was because of a “communication breakdown” with Rhimes, the lack of screen time for his character, and his decision to appear as openly gay
What is the new Shonda Rhimes show?
As her “How to Get Away With Murder” is filming her final episodes for her May finale, Rhimes' empire is expanding. Her first Netflix series is “Bridgerton,” scheduled to debut this year, and IndieWire 's list of the most awaited TV shows of the year 2020.
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