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A Peek Inside Viola Davis' Stylish Multi-Million L.A. Home

A Peek Inside Viola Davis' Stylish Multi-Million L.A. Home

The Oscar-nominated actress is opening up about her stunning home and all it's amazing features.

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Viola Davis, Julius Tennon at the 2024 LACMA Art+Film Gala at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on November 2, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Viola Davis, Julius Tennon at the 2024 LACMA Art+Film Gala at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on November 2, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
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Oscar-nominated actress Viola Davis and her husband Juilus Tennon may be pretty private celebrities, but they’re opening up their lives—and the doors of their wonderful Los Angeles home for all to see.

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Taking Architectural Digest inside for a home tour, the nearly 8,000 square-foot estate was recently renovated in 2023. They reportedly bought the stylish home back in 2016 for $5.7 million, per CNN. It boasts five bedrooms and is a “sanctuary” for the busy Hollywood couple. Let’s take a look inside...

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The Front Door

The Front Door

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Nothing says “welcome to our humble abode” like well-placed greenery and sleek door. Thankfully the Davis-Tennon house has both.

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The Front Entryway

The Front Entryway

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Not only is the entryway roomy, but it serves as a minimalist yet artistic opening to this grand home.

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The Stair Landing

The Stair Landing

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There’s usually not much you can do with a stair landing, but it’s clear Davis and Tennon had the perfect idea in mind with this spacious resting spot.

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The Den

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The “den” holds a comfortable couch as well as eclectic African art which helps elevate the warm room.

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The Bar

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Hanging right off the den, the bar is conveniently located Davis, Tennon and guests to enjoy a libation or two to unwind from the day.

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The Kitchen

The Kitchen

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Complete with top-of-the-line appliances and enough space for “dance parties,” the kitchen is truly the heart of the Davis-Tennon family (and is apparently the place where the “How to Get Away With Murder” star throws down on collard greens. Save us a bowl, please?!)

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The Movie Room

The Movie Room

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The sound-proof media room is where the family frequently goes to watch the latest movies and TV shows. Their dog Bailey often hangs out there, too.

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Their Daughter’s Room

Their Daughter’s Room

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Their young daughter Genesis has creative control in her room, which included painting the walls pale yellow, Harry Potter decor and a small desk where she can play in her makeup.

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The Office

The Office

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The office not only serves as cozy room to get work done, but also the holding place for a myriad of Davis’ and Tennon’s accolades and accomplishments.

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The Formal Living Room

The Formal Living Room

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Described as having a “contemporary” and “ethnic” design, the Davis-Tennon living room is both artistic and welcoming.

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The Formal Dining Room

The Formal Dining Room

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With the same beautiful wall decor from the living room carried into the formal dining room, it helps to accentuate the cherry-wood dining room table that Tennon designed with his carpenter and complimentary chairs.

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The Primary Bedroom

The Primary Bedroom

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The neutral colors and cozy digs in the primary bedroom make this the perfect escape from Davis and Tennon’s hectic work lives.

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The Primary Closet

The Primary Closet

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If you’re as fabulous as Davis, then you’re going to need ample space to keep all your stylish clothes. Thankfully, the primary closet has that and more.

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The Outdoor Backyard Patio

The Outdoor Backyard Patio

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As if the Davis-Tennon household couldn’t get any better, their backyard patio takes all the great designs from the inside and brings it outdoors with a nice pool, outdoor kitchen and several lounging spots.

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