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Who is Viola Davis? What to know about the EGOT winner from Rhode Island
‘G20’: See Viola Davis take out the bad guys in Prime thriller
Watch Viola Davis take out the bad guys as the U.S. president in the Prime Video thriller “G20.”
From comedians Matt Rife and Conan O’Brien to popstar Taylor Swift, it is no secret that celebrities love to live in the Ocean State.
However, Rhode Island is not only home for celebrities once they become famous, but also a producer of many famous talents, from actors to reality stars to musicians.
One of the most well-known celebrities to call the Ocean State home is critically acclaimed actress Viola Davis. Known for “How to Get Away with Murder,” “Fences” and “The Help,” Viola Davis has won hundreds of awards throughout her career, and that record-breaking career started right here in Rhode Island.
Here are six things to know about Rhode Isalnd’s own Viola Davis.
1. Viola Davis is from Central Falls
Though she was born in South Carolina, Viola Davis grew up in Central Falls. The actress has shared that her childhood in Rhode Island was full of struggles, as she grew up in a rat-infested, poverty-stricken household as the youngest of six children.
In 1983, Viola Davis graduated from Central Falls High School, the place where she began to love theater. She later returned as a member of the school’s Alumni Hall of Fame to address the graduating class of 2012. Davis is also known to give back to her alma mater, donating money to the chess team and theater department.
2. Where did Viola Davis go to college?
After graduating from high school, Viola Davis attended Rhode Island College (RIC), earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theater in 1988. She continued her studies at The Juilliard School of Performing Arts in New York City, and she has since received an Honorary Doctorate degree from both RIC and Juilliard.
3. Viola Davis is an EGOT winner
One of the most decorated female actresses of all time, Viola Davis is one of only 22 people to achieve EGOT status, meaning she has won an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar and a Tony. Before earning EGOT status in 2023, Davis became the first Black woman to win the “Triple Crown of Acting,” or an Emmy, a competitive Oscar and a Tony for acting, in 2017. Davis remains one of only three people ever to achieve both an EGOT and a Triple Crown.
4. Viola Davis has written 2 books
Viola Davis is the author of two books: “Finding Me,” a memoir of her life’s journey which includes a detailed recount of her impoverished childhood in Rhode Island, and “Judge Stone,” a recently released legal thriller co-authored by James Patterson.
5. Does Viola Davis have any children?
Viola Davis has one daughter, Genesis, who she adopted with her husband Julius Tennon back in 2011. Genesis is an aspiring actress herself, officially making her acting debut back in 2019 with “The Angry Birds Movie 2.” Davis is also a stepmother to two of Tennon’s previous children, Sheavonda Diana Tennon and son Duriel Dwight Tennon.
6. Viola Davis is a CEO
In her spare time from acting, writing, mothering and giving back, Viola Davis also acts as the CEO for two comparnies she co-founded with her husband: book publisher JVL Media LLC and JuVee Productions, an artist-driven production company. Both companies aim to embrace diverse voices and amplify untold stories.
Rhode Island
RI Lottery Mega Millions, Numbers Midday winning numbers for April 24, 2026
The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at April 24, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers from April 24 drawing
07-16-32-35-40, Mega Ball: 12
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Numbers numbers from April 24 drawing
Midday: 0-4-5-0
Evening: 7-4-2-2
Check Numbers payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Wild Money numbers from April 24 drawing
05-11-19-29-36, Extra: 02
Check Wild Money payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes less than $600 can be claimed at any Rhode Island Lottery Retailer. Prizes of $600 and above must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters, 1425 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, Rhode Island 02920.
- Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize. The annuitized prize shall be paid in 30 graduated annual installments.
- Winners of the Millionaire for Life top prize of $1,000,000 a year for life and second prize of $100,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.
When are the Rhode Island Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Midday): 1:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Evening): 7:29 p.m. ET daily.
- Wild Money: 7:29 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Rhode Island editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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Six animals test positive for rabies in Providence County, health officials warn – What’s Up Newp
At least six animals in Providence County have tested positive for rabies over the past six weeks, the Rhode Island Department of Health said Friday, prompting a renewed warning to residents to steer clear of wildlife and keep pet vaccinations current.
Since March 12, three raccoons in Burrillville, one bat and one coyote in Lincoln, and one raccoon in Providence have tested positive for the virus, according to the department, known as RIDOH. Test results on a raccoon from North Smithfield are pending.
Rabies vector species in Rhode Island include bats, raccoons, skunks, foxes, coyotes, groundhogs and beavers, the department said. The virus attacks the central nervous system and, without prompt medical care after exposure, can cause fatal brain disease. Health officials stressed that treatment must begin as soon as possible after a suspected exposure and that people should not wait for symptoms to develop.
Residents who see a wild animal behaving erratically should not approach it and should contact their local animal control officer, RIDOH said. Anyone who has physical contact with a wild animal, or who wakes up to find a bat in their home, should call RIDOH’s Center for Acute Infectious Disease Epidemiology at 401-222-2577 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, or 401-276-8046 after hours.
People bitten or scratched should wash the wound with soap and water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately, the department said. Pet owners whose animals tangle with wildlife should contact their municipal animal control officer and RIDOH.
State law requires all dogs, cats and ferrets to be up to date on rabies vaccinations. Health officials said vaccinating pets protects the animals and prevents people from being exposed to the virus through them.
To reduce the risk of rabies, RIDOH recommends that residents avoid contact with stray or free-roaming domestic animals and wild animals, refrain from feeding either, and keep pet food indoors to avoid attracting wildlife. The department also urges owners to walk dogs on leashes or confine them to fenced yards, report all animal bites to local animal control, and secure garbage cans against scavenging animals.
More information is available at www.health.ri.gov/rabies.
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Silver Alert issued for missing man in Cumberland, RI
Police in Cumberland, Rhode Island, issued a Silver Alert for a missing 83-year-old man they say is endangered.
John “Jack” Thornhill was last seen around 7:30 a.m. Thursday at his home in the Branch Avenue neighborhood, police said. He is believed to have left on foot.
Thornhill is described as having white hair and brown eyes with glasses.
When he was last seen, Thornhill was wearing a red sweatshirt, grey gym shorts and Crocs.
Anyone with information is asked to call 401-333-2500 or dial 911.
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