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Kerry Washington's Hair Evolution on Scandal

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As Olivia Pope on Scandal, Kerry Washington's hair has evolved over the years. See the highlights. 

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From side-swept bangs to a sleek and straight ponytail, Olivia Pope (Kerry Washington) on Scandal is always on point. As season three begins, a look at Pope's hair evolution through the years. 

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A younger Pope rocks a long curly do with bangs in the first episode of the series -- a flashback of her debut in the field and how she created her team.

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Sporting a variation of the bang -- pushed to one side -- Pope maintains her signature long, dark, and curly hair.

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Pope's look evolves into a more professional one, abandoning her bangs for a more clean cut.

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Pope changes hairstyles completely in season two, showing sleek, longer hair tied back in a ponytail.

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To celebrate the President's 50th birthday, Pope looks flawless with a shorter, side-swept haircut.


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Back to bangs. In a flashback moment, Pope is seen with her younger haircut.

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Pope returns to season three sporting a combination of her previous looks -- she rocks detached hair, curled slightly at the ends.

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