Jerry Springer's last interview: What he would tell God on 'judgement Shes progressive politically but she really does these things because theyre important to talk about. That abortion blew my mind. But that scene has both points of view pretty firmly in place, which is part of what made it so sad. Fitz thinks she released the man who killed his son so she wouldn't have to marry him. It just happened. Her father has been saying that, and while he represents evil to a lot of you, he also represents truth., What their future may hold, in other words, is up in the air as is the future of Scandal, as Rhimes reiterated her plans to keep the political fixer drama as a contained story. Heres how the subtle reveal plays out: Fitz accidentally sees Olivias medical file sitting on the desk of chief of staff Abby (Darby Stanchfield). I can only assume he would because of his irrational love for Olivia. Is there hope for them down the line or can they only work out once his presidency is over? Its going to be horrible if he finds out.". It all set the stage for the most epic fight Scandal has yet to feature between the couple that has long been considered end game. A) I don't know, and B) I couldn't tell you. So when I got pregnant, I did all of those things telling my boyfriend, considering what he wanted, breaking my own heart, letting myself take the blame for breaking his; letting my life fall apart a bit afterward because those were the lines on the page. Roman Polanski, 89, and Samantha Geimer, 60, were seen beaming in a recent photo taken in Paris - 45 years after he raped her. And the truth is, neither do most women when they have abortions. Then I saw Hillary in this green [outfit]. What was the table read like when the cast got this script? "It's because of who Olivia is in the brains of these writers. But that might be good for Fitz. I don't understand it. Is this breakup something that Olivia and Fitz can come back from? A woman made a choice about her body that she legally has the right to make. Yellowstone's Kelly Reilly Offers Explanation For Her PaleyFest Absence, American Idol's Top 10 Revealed Live, Following Pair of Brutal Eliminations, Morning Show Renewed for Season 4 Plus, Find Out When Season 3 Will Air, Time100: The World's Most Influential People, Felicity Dj Vu on The Diplomat? Scandal was recently renewed for a sixth season, but does Rhimes actually look at that as the final season? She recently told a French magazine that the rape 'wasn't a big deal.' But on a show like this, it's difficult to know for sure if a secret is ever really buried for good, and this heated argument may be too tempting for Shonda Rhimes to resist. Shonda Rhimes just dropped some major bombshells about Scandal at the Paley Center for Media's 33rd Annual PaleyFest. We talk about it a lot.. All Rights Reserved. This isnt what I want. For Olivia, the breaking free of that, while painful, was the first step toward realizing that she was not who she was meant to be. The answer is YES, in capital letters. And yet I dont think they have a choice in the matter with this. Fox says life with Parkinson's is 'getting harder': "I'm not gonna be 80', Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson celebrate 35 years of marriage with cake, Chris Pratt talks Marvel audition fails: 'I was never gonna audition for Marvel again'. Do you think there's still a stigma associated with depicting abortion on TV? Of course, this storyline instantly became a source of controversy among viewers, which is to be expected when such an important and highly sensitive topic is addressed. Why do you think more shows dont go there? Boom. But give me a break! Kim Kardashian Will Star in the Next Season of. At the end of the day, its her body and her right, but its his child. ET on ABC. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement and Your California Privacy Rights. And we don't in fact know where Fitz lives on this issue. Fitzs about-face is completely a function of his love for Olivia, star Goldwyn told The Hollywood Reporter on Thursday, calling the decision for Scandal to feature a Republican president be pro-choice impressive. Olivia told Abby she is not ashamed of her abortion, and she does not care who knows. Id say 90 percent. And the pressures are intense and to not have anybody that you can share your confidence with, who you know has your back and frankly who understands your frailties, thats a tough place to live in. [WATCH] 'Scandal' Season 5 Midseason Premiere: Olivia Makes - Variety A) I dont know, and B) I couldnt tell you. The idea that they were together under the circumstances in which they were together that she was going to move into the White House and become Mellie [Bellamy Young], who was the unhappiest woman weve ever seen was a farce, Rhimes continued. Switch-Up Day: Good Morning America's Lara Spencer (who moderated the event) asked the cast if there's a fellow Scandal character they would love to play just for a day. Olivia' abortion only got one minute of airtime, filibustering in opposition of a Congressional budget. Guillermo Diaz said former VP Sally Langston, while Joe Morton joked that he'd like to play David Rosen "because I have no love interest!" She did not break up with Fitz because she was f*cked up in the head about her abortion. Truthfully, we got on a roller-coaster ever Thursday night with our emotions, so I'm good, thanks. ", Olivia's Abortion: Scandal has aired four new episodes since Olivia's abortion (as part of the mid-season finale), and Fitz still doesn't know about it. Olivia Pope Had An Abortion On 'Scandal' & It Was A Brave & Unprecedented Move Entertainment Olivia Pope Just Changed TV Forever by Nicole Pomarico November 19, 2015 For a show that has. But emotionally, we were all silent afterward; like, What just happened?!. I was really impressed with the boldness of it; Shonda never fails to amaze me with her fierceness. And we repeat:Stop reading now if you have yet to watch tonights Scandal fall finale. Abby and Fitz dont really know each other. Jerry Springer hinted at his ailing health in his last-ever Australian TV interview before dying from pancreatic cancer at the age of 79 last Thursday. And she didnt have an abortion because she was mad about all the outfits he kept trying to dress her up in, although undoubtedly all of that is interconnected. He has always had a strong polarity in his life. Abby notes shes not even sure if the file is real since it came from Olivias estranged father, Rowan (Joe Morton) who is not trusted by anybody on the Shondaland drama. How much pain and suffering? All we knew is that she made her choice, and carried it out rather unceremoniously. Did you guys have questions for Shonda after reading this episode? Will Olivia Tell Fitz About Her Abortion? 'Scandal' May Bring This Fitz is certainly not blameless in this but I think Olivia's fear is a huge part of this. I'd say 90 percent. "If you think the debates in the real world are fun, then" is all Washington would tease. But his feelings for Olivia defy logic. That was followed by an epic, seemingly irreparable quarrelbetween Liv and Fitz, after which she moved out of the White House. 2 days ago, by Lindsay Kimble That doesn't mean she doesn't love Fitz, but it means Olivia does not know who she is yet. To me, her primary story has been discovery of herself. I don't think of it as a product of what's being put out there. And it really, really matters whether or not we have these depictions because its inescapable that young people are influenced by them, and its inescapable for their feelings and choices about their own lives will be swayed by these preconceptions. Olivia calls Fitz an ineffectual president and believes the White House is a cage. Why, Shonda, Why? What if I had been, say, 16 years old, and seen Olivia going alone, confidently, to her appointment no looping in her boyfriend, no implication that the thing happening inside her body is anyones business but her own. Why do you think more shows don't go there? Look at the fact that Fitz was able to move past that. Shondaland, the Theme Park? I may be alone at this point in thinking that, I dont know (Laughs.) He has always had a strong polarity in his life. ! She couldnt have that conversation because to her, thats terror and a ball and chain. Now its your turn. That's where she's coming from as a dramatist. JAKE TAKES CARE OF BUSINESS | Jake is still hot on Rowans trail, and knows that following Russell and Tom (whos under orders to find Rowan or die) will eventually lead to Papa Pope himself. It was clear and quite balanced. For his part, Goldwyn noted that its pretty impressive for Scandal to feature a pro-choice Republican president. Its Me, Margaret, 25 Of Our Favorite Mothers Day Episodes From 'The Golden Girls' to 'Rugrats', Rihanna Is Definitely Going To Impress Her Kids With Her New Movie Role, No, Meghan Markle Isnt Returning To Acting, What Parents Are Talking About Delivered Straight To Your Inbox, By subscribing to this BDG newsletter, you agree to our. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. But that scene has both points of view pretty firmly in place, which is part of what made it so sad. I was 20, and had only a negligible amount of life experience and practically no experience as a genuinely independent woman who had any real grasp on how to steer her life in an empowered, decisive, custom-fitted way. Fitz is then incredibly nice to Olivia whom he hasnt seen in months after their split and agrees. Olivia's Abortion: Scandal has aired four new episodes since Olivia's abortion (as part of the mid-season finale), and Fitz still doesn't know about it. Unfortunately, their relationship could not stand the public pressure, eventually leading to Olivias shocking holiday plans: getting an abortion and moving out of the White House. I somehow feel as though his reaction wouldn't be all that understanding. For Olivia the character, it only highlighted her bravery. As for Washington's take? 'Scandal' finale: Take a look back at seven twisty seasons But Liv didnt tell Fitz about the abortion during their break-up fight because it wasnt relevant. The idea that they're together under the circumstances of which they were togethermove into the White House and [sort of] become Mellieis a farce. I'm just telling a story that is there for me. Todays biggest stories, from pop culture to politicsdelivered straight to your inbox. Offers may be subject to change without notice. What was the table read like when the cast got this script? Entertainment Weekly is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. In the first teaser, released Thursday by ABC, Olivia tells presidential hopeful Mellie . Olivia Munn & John Mulaney's Meet Cute 8 Years Ago At A Wedding Is Relatable, Paramount+s 'Fatal Attraction' Series Follows The Movies Alternate Ending, 11 Photos Of The 'Fatal Attraction' TV Cast Vs. Their 1987 Movie Counterparts, How 'Queen Charlotte' Star India Amarteifio Prepped Her Mom For "Steamy" Scenes, Get Even More From Bustle Sign Up For The Newsletter. To me, that's what was so disturbing about that abortion scene: it was so mundane. Olivia calls Fitz an ineffectual president and believes the White House is a cage. Did 'Scandal's' Republican President Just Say He Is Pro-Choice? Earlier this season, Kerry Washington's " Scandal " character made the decision to get an abortion on the ABC series. There's always been Mellie and/or Olivia as this other yin and yang. As an audience, we had no idea she was pregnant, and we had no insight into her thought process between finding out she was pregnant and deciding to get an abortion. Because make no mistake, Fitz would not take this news well. I think everything would lead us to believe that Fitz would be ethically pro-life, even if he has a progressive bend like George Bush Sr. But the bigger thing is not a political question; the bigger thing here is the emotional [impact]. I cant tell you that. I didn't; I just had to absorb it and think about it. "She has been on a journey since we started. By subscribing to this BDG newsletter, you agree to our. But if she does, you better believe she'll have Olivia put Fitz in his place (yet again) and make him realize how she had every right to do what she did. KERRY WASHINGTON, JOSHUA MALINA, GUILLERMO DIAZ, GEORGE NEWBERN, DARBY STANCHFIELD, GEORGE NEWBERN, KATIE LOWES, KERRY WASHINGTON. Olivia misses an important dinner and goes to get an abortion. Brief and devoid of dialogue as it was, Scandals presentation of Olivias abortion was my favorite of any Ive seen in TV or movies.
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