Kerry Washington Khandi Alexander Scandal From CSI to Scandal: Actress Khandi Alexander To Play Olivia Pope's Mom On The ABC Hit Show! November 08, 2013Unknown 56-year-old actress Khandi Alexander, best known for her role as Dr. Alexx Woods on CSI: Miami, has expanded her resume as she will now be joining the baddest chic on TV Emmy-nominated actress Kerry Washington and the cast of "Scandal."