Denzel Washington Quotes

Biography: Denzel Washington is known for his powerful performances in films such... more Biography: Denzel Washington is known for his powerful performances in films such as "Training Day" and "Malcolm X." A two-time Academy Award winner, he has earned acclaim for his compelling portrayals and deep character work. Washington is also celebrated for his roles in theater and serves as a director and producer. less

"There are two kinds of pain in this world. The pain that hurts, the pain that alters.""Every failed experiment is one step closer to success.""Do what you gotta do so you can do what you wanna do.""True desire in the heart for anything good is God’s proof to you sent beforehand to indicate that it’s yours already.""I say luck is when an opportunity comes along and you're prepared for it.""If you have an enemy, then learn and know your enemy, don’t just be mad at him or her.""I made a commitment to completely cut out drinking and anything that might hamper me from getting my mind and body together. And the floodgates of goodness have opened upon me – spiritually and financially.""Goals on the road to achievement cannot be achieved without discipline and consistency.""I think a role model is a mentor – someone you see on a daily basis, and you learn from them.""You pray for rain, you gotta deal with the mud too. That’s a part of it.""And what is wonderful about movies is that once they’re done, they belong to the people. Once you make it, it’s what they see. That’s where my head is at.""You can beat or jail me or even kill me, but I am not going to be what you want me to be!""The purpose of war is to serve a political end but the true nature of war is to serve itself.""I’m not interested in being a celebrity- I’m interested in being a better actor and a better director.""Talent comes from God. If you have been given some, then value it, cultivate it, work and develop it.""I actually don’t hang out with any celebrities. My closest friends are old friends. And my real close friends, none of them are actors.""I just try to be honest and true to the character and play the part.""Don’t be afraid to fail big, to dream big.""If you want to be a warrior, you have to train.""My ultimate life dream project is my kids. My family."

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