VIDEO : Kerry Washington Gets Real About Domestic Violence And Financial Abuse

Kerry Washington is a very busy woman. Ahead of Scandal 's season premiere Thursday, she appeared on Good Morning America and Live! With Kelly and Michael. E! News said she then attended an event in New York City in support of the Allstate Foundation's Purple Purse campaign, which brings awareness to domestic violence and financial abuse. Washington co-hosted with Dee Ocleppo , Tommy Hilfiger and Saks Fifth Avenue. After rushing off the red carpet to see Pope Francis make his way down Fifth Avenue, Washington returned to the purple carpet to shed light on the cause.