Cybersecurity

Sony Hires Real-Life 'Scandal' Manager

The D.C. operative who inspired the character of Olivia Pope reportedly gets another high-profile client.

Crisis manager Judy Smith.

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Sony Pictures Entertainment has hired crisis manager Judy Smith, the inspiration for the character of Olivia Pope on the popular television show "Scandal," to help manage the controversy around the decision to pull the satirical movie "The Interview."

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Sony has brought on Smith to help advise film chief Amy Pascal on strategy and next steps following a cyber-attack believed to be launched by North Korea.