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Articles by: Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington on Oscars' Lack of Diversity: 'I've Lived It'
Celebrity · Oscars

Denzel Washington on Oscars' Lack of Diversity: 'I've Lived It'

Denzel Washington says he has experienced firsthand how the Oscars can be unfair to actors and filmmakers of color, but he won’t let that discourage him.

By Oliver Gettell · Dec 16, 2016
Everyone Loves 'Moonlight,' Viola Davis Wins For 'Fences' And More From The Critics' Choice Awards
Celebrity · Critics Choice Awards · Entertainment

Everyone Loves 'Moonlight,' Viola Davis Wins For 'Fences' And More From The Critics' Choice Awards

Often an indicator of what's to come at the Oscars and Golden Globes, Black talent won big during the annual event.
By Sydney Scott · Dec 12, 2016
Tensions Rise Between Denzel Washington and Viola Davis in New 'Fences' Trailer
Entertainment

Tensions Rise Between Denzel Washington and Viola Davis in New 'Fences' Trailer

Washington plays Troy Maxson, a former star athlete who now works as a trash collector after racial restrictions kept him from achieving success in Major League Baseball.

By Christian Holub · Nov 25, 2016
Viola Davis & Denzel Washington Deliver Oscar Worthy Performances In New 'Fences' Trailer
Celebrity · Entertainment

Viola Davis & Denzel Washington Deliver Oscar Worthy Performances In New 'Fences' Trailer

Can we pre-order our tickets now?

By Lauren Porter · Sep 27, 2016
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· Sep 22, 2016
Denzel Washington Offers Words of Wisdom While Addressing ‘Uncle Denzel’ Meme
Celebrity

Denzel Washington Offers Words of Wisdom While Addressing ‘Uncle Denzel’ Meme

Denzel is not amused with “Uncle Denzel.”
By Toni Akindele · Sep 15, 2016
Viola Davis & Denzel Washington Stun In First Look Of ‘Fences’
Entertainment

Viola Davis & Denzel Washington Stun In First Look Of ‘Fences’

If you missed Viola Davis and Denzel Washington in the 2010 Broadway revival of Fences, then you’re in luck!

By Toni Akindele · Sep 8, 2016
Denzel and Pauletta Washington Raise Over $17 Million for Smithsonian Museum of African-American History
News

Denzel and Pauletta Washington Raise Over $17 Million for Smithsonian Museum of African-American History

Denzel and Pauletta recently held a star-studded fundraiser in their California home.

By Rachaell Davis · May 9, 2016
Denzel Washington Leads a Motley Crew of Outlaws in 'Magnificent Seven' Trailer
Entertainment

Denzel Washington Leads a Motley Crew of Outlaws in 'Magnificent Seven' Trailer

The film his theaters September 23.

By Sydney Scott · Apr 20, 2016
Denzel Washington and Viola Davis to Reunite in the Film Adaptation of August Wilson’s ‘Fences’
Entertainment

Denzel Washington and Viola Davis to Reunite in the Film Adaptation of August Wilson’s ‘Fences’

It's a reunion we can't wait for.

By Robyn Mowatt · Apr 13, 2016
Omari Hardwick: Denzel Washington Saved Me from Homelessness
Celebrity

Omari Hardwick: Denzel Washington Saved Me from Homelessness

The legendary actor and his family looked out for the 'Power' star during hard times.

By Lauren Porter · Feb 10, 2016
Denzel Washington to Be Honored With Cecil B. DeMille Award at Golden Globes
Celebrity · Golden Globes

Denzel Washington to Be Honored With Cecil B. DeMille Award at Golden Globes

The two-time Golden Globe winner will add the Cecil B. DeMille Award to his long list of Hollywood achievements.

By Lauren Porter · Nov 17, 2015
Denzel Washington Signs on to Direct Upcoming Episode of 'Grey's Anatomy'
Entertainment

Denzel Washington Signs on to Direct Upcoming Episode of 'Grey's Anatomy'

We're willing to bet that this is going to be one juicy episode.

By Taylor Lewis · Oct 14, 2015
Entertainment

Watch Tyrese & Jennifer Hudson Star in 'Shame,' Produced By Denzel Washington

Watch ESSENCE Fest alums, Tyrese Gibson and Jennifer Hudson star in 'Shame'-- Tyrese's lead video from his upcoming album, Black Rose.

By Gia Peppers · Jun 26, 2015
Coffee Talk: Denzel Washington, Common to Speak At HBCU Graduations
News

Coffee Talk: Denzel Washington, Common to Speak At HBCU Graduations

Plus: Tracee Ellis Ross and Regina King return to host Black Girls Rock, Uzo Aduba preps to run in the Boston Marathon, Michael Sam criticized for dating a white man, and more.

By Jolie A. Doggett · Mar 12, 2015
Coffee Talk: Denzel Washington's 'Equalizer' Earns $35 Million at the Box Office
Entertainment · News

Coffee Talk: Denzel Washington's 'Equalizer' Earns $35 Million at the Box Office

Plus, Aretha Franklin'w new album has a release date, Jay Pharoah drops first album, Steve McQueen will be honored by European Film Academy and Michael Che made his SNL debut.

By Lauren Turner · Sep 29, 2014
Denzel Washington Wants To Be The Next James Bond
Celebrity

Denzel Washington Wants To Be The Next James Bond

The Oscar winner sparked a social media campaign after revealing his desire to play the role.

By Sylvia Obell · Sep 8, 2014
Coffee Talk: Denzel Washington to Receive Lifetime Honor at San Sebastian
News

Coffee Talk: Denzel Washington to Receive Lifetime Honor at San Sebastian

Plus, Doc Rivers says he'll leave the Clippers if Donald Sterling stays, Lebron James sends his neighbors apologetic cupcakes, and HBO's 'On The Run Tour: Beyonce and Jay-Z' get a premeire date. 

By Lauren Turner · Jul 23, 2014
Photo Fab: Denzel Washington and Anika Noni Rose in 'A Raisin in the Sun'
Celebrity

Photo Fab: Denzel Washington and Anika Noni Rose in 'A Raisin in the Sun'

The revival of Lorraine Hansberry's classic A Raisin in the Sun starring Anika Noni Rose, Sophie Okonedo and Denzel Washington is coming to theatres this spring. 

By Dominique Hobdy · Apr 3, 2014

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