Thandie Newton takes lead acting role in ‘Rogue’

Thandie Newton at the 2007 BAFTAs (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

ATLANTA — Thandie Newton doesn’t shy away from the idea that she might be a role model.

As she takes on a leading television role, she hopes to empower women like the stars who have come before her — Kerry Washington, Regina King and Anika Noni Rose among them.

“They have empowered many,” said Newton, a racially mixed actress who is of British and Zimbabwean decent. “Empowerment anywhere leads to empowerment everywhere. The world is changing at a pace where it needs to be. That’s how I feel, and I’m proud to be a part of this movement.” Continue reading: Thandie Newton takes lead acting role in ‘Rogue’ AP Big Story