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Denzel Washington

Actor

Born 1954

Biography

Denzel Washington, born December 28, 1954, is a celebrated American actor and filmmaker. He gained widespread acclaim for his role in the 1989 film "Glory," where he portrayed Private Trip, earning his first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. In 2001, Washington won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his powerful performance as Detective Alonzo Harris in "Training Day." He also starred in the critically acclaimed film "Malcolm X" (1992), directed by Spike Lee, showcasing his range and depth as an actor. Beyond acting, Washington directed and starred in the 2016 film "Fences," adapted from August Wilson's play, which garnered several nominations and awards.

About

Born December 28, 1954

Birthplace Mount Vernon, New York, USA

Nationality American

Education Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Journalism

School Fordham University

Popular Quotes

"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."

Authenticity Friendship Actors Celebrities

"I just try to be honest and true to the character and play the part."

Authenticity Honesty Performance Acting

"Don’t be afraid to fail big, to dream big."

Motivation Personal growth Inspiration Success

"If you want to be a warrior, you have to train."

Motivation Self-improvement Determination Strength

"My ultimate life dream project is my kids. My family."

Love Dedication Family Life goals

"If you don’t trust the pilot, don’t go."

Wisdom Confidence Trust Decision making

"My mother never gave up on me. I messed up in school so much they were sending me home, but my mother sent me right back."

Motivation Resilience Perseverance Personal development

"I work hard for the audience. It’s entertainment. I don’t need validation."

Hard work Self-confidence Work ethic Performance

"Acting is just a way of making a living, the family is life."

Family Work-life balance Acting Career

"Black or white good parts are hard to come by. A good actor with a good opportunity has a shot- without the opportunity it doesn’t matter how good you are."

"I never really had the classic struggle. I had faith."

Personal growth Inspiration Positivity Faith

"My faith helps me understand that circumstances don’t dictate my happiness, my inner peace."

Mindset Happiness Spirituality Inner peace

"Every day, sincerely and without phoniness, try to understand and appreciate the people who work with you. Do your job well, learn your job well, but always remember that the people you work with are your most valuable asset. Embrace them. Honor them. Resp"

Leadership Teamwork Appreciation Work ethic

"If I am a cup maker, I’m interested in making the best cup I possibly can. My effort goes into that cup, not what people think about it."

Personal growth Dedication Perfectionism Craftsmanship

"My mother used to tell me man gives the award, God gives the reward. I don’t need another plague."

Life lessons Faith Religious beliefs Spiritual guidance