Known for building in diversity , both of color and of sexuality , into her projects , Rhimes told the New York Times in September that she saw nothing unique in the lineup . Viola Davis was nominated for awards this season , but Kerry Washington was not . Both star in TV shows tied to producer Shonda Rhimes . The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has been criticized by some members of the entertainment industry over its lack of diversity among nominees.
Viola Davis was nominated for awards this season , but Kerry Washington was not . Both star in TV shows tied to producer Shonda Rhimes . The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has been criticized by some members of the entertainment industry over its lack of diversity among nominees.