Shonda Rhimes is a renowned American television producer, screenwriter, and author, best known for creating hit TV series like Grey's Anatomy, Scandal, and How to Get Away with Murder. Born on January 13, 1970, in Chicago, Rhimes attended Dartmouth College and later earned her MFA from the University of Southern California. She founded Shondaland production company and has received numerous awards for her groundbreaking work in television. Rhimes is also a best-selling author, known for her memoir "Year of Yes." She is celebrated for her diverse and empowering portrayals of women and minorities in media.