Shonda Rhimes Isn't 'Diversifying' TV, She's 'Normalizing' It — huffingtonpost.com

Shonda Rhimes proved long ago that she is a force to reckon with. The growing influence she has had in television has not gone unrecognized and has resulted in a major boost for ABC’s Thursday night network ratings. However, more importantly, Rhimes -- who is the mastermind behind shows like "Scandal," "Grey's Anatomy" and "How To Get Away With Murder" -- has increased onscreen representation of diverse roles that were once overlooked and in doing so, has raised further awareness on issues related to LGBT, women and people of color.

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