Viola Davis is living about as much of a success story as it gets. She rose above poverty to make it big on Broadway, and then in Hollywood. She was the first Black woman to win the “triple crown” of acting by winning two Tony awards, an Oscar, and an Emmy. In February 2023, she won a Grammy for the audio version of her 2022 memoir, Finding Me. That win elevated her to the coveted EGOT status; an accomplishment that only 17 other people (including Whoopi Goldberg and John Legend) have achieved.
Despite her outrageous success and busy filming schedule, Davis also has her share of typical life experiences. She raises a 12-year-old daughter, Genesis, with her husband of 19 years, Julius Tennon. They run a business together, and maybe try to keep a clean home, too. On a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Davis let the world in on her all-too-relatable secret: If you want to have a spotless home, just hide everything in your drawers. In Davis’ case, that method has served her well, and includes her late-night stash of favorite candies.
