'Scandal' cast to reunite in live script-reading fundraiser for Helene victims

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The cast of beloved ABC political drama "Scandal" and series creator Shonda Rhimes will participate in a virtual script reading later this month, actor Bellamy Young announced on Instagram.

The fundraiser reunion seeks to raise money for western North Carolina communities devastated by Hurricane Helene, including Young's hometown of Asheville.

One lucky donor will be chosen to join the call and read a role one alongside the cast, including star Kerry Washington.

No previous acting experience is required. The actors have not yet confirmed which episode the cast will be reading.

Cast announce reunion in virtual skit

The reunion was announced through an Instagram skit that began with Young and Tony Goldwyn, who played Mellie Grant and Fitzgerald Grant, chatting on a Zoom call.

"It's been so long since we had the whole "Scandal" fam together," Young tells Goldwyn. "Remember how we'd look forward to table reads. We'd find out everything that Shonda and the writers had in the store for us next. It was so crazy."

He replies: "That was the best. Maybe we can get together for an online reading like do it for a worthy cause."

Several actors then appear showing support for the event, including Scott Foley, Katie Lowes and Guillermo Díaz.

Here's where to know about the reunion.

When is the 'Scandal' cast reunion?

The cast of "Scandal" will reunite for a live virtual script reading on Nov. 17. at 6 p.m. ET / 3 p.m. PT.

How to donate and register?

A donation is required to watch the "Scandal" live script reading reunion on Nov. 17.

To donate click here. All proceeds will go toward western North Carolina victims impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Who is participating in 'Scandal' script reading?

Along with "Scandal" creator Shonda Rhimes and producer Betsy Beers, the following cast members are confirmed to participate so far:

• Bellamy Young

• Kerry Washington

• Tony Goldwyn

• Jeff Perry

• Darby Stanchfield

• Guillermo Diaz

• Scott Foley

• Katie Lowes

• Joshua Malina

• Joe Morton

• George Newbern

• Cornelius Smith, Jr.

Additional guest stars will be announced closer to the event.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'Scandal' cast reunion reading: When, how to register, who is joining