Denzel Washington - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 29, 1954 |
|---|---|
| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | Mount Vernon, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Two-time Academy Award-winning actor, known for films such as 'Training Day,' 'Malcolm X,' 'Glory,' and his impactful roles in both drama and action genres. |
Intro
Denzel Washington is an acclaimed American actor, director, and producer, renowned for his powerful performances in both film and theater. He is a two-time Academy Award winner, recognized for his roles in 'Training Day' and 'Glory.' Washington is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation, known for his versatile portrayals and commanding on-screen presence.
Early Life & Background
Denzel Washington was born in Mount Vernon, New York, to Lennis, a beauty parlor owner and operator, and Denzel Washington Sr., an ordained Pentecostal minister and employee of the New York City Water Department. He attended Pennington-Grimes Elementary School in Mount Vernon until 1968. After his parents' divorce, Washington was sent to a private preparatory school, Oakland Military Academy, in New Windsor, New York. He later attended Fordham University, where he earned a B.A. in Drama and Journalism in 1977.
Career Highlights
- Won his first Academy Award (Best Supporting Actor) for 'Glory' (1989).
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Training Day' (2001).
- Received acclaim for his portrayal of Malcolm X in Spike Lee's 'Malcolm X' (1992).
- Starred in numerous notable films including 'Philadelphia' (1993), 'The Hurricane' (1999), 'Remember the Titans' (2000), and 'Fences' (2016).
- Has directed films such as 'Antwone Fisher' (2002) and 'Fences' (2016), with the latter earning an Academy Award for Viola Davis and Best Picture nomination.
Trivia
- Denzel Washington has received the Cecil B. DeMille Lifetime Achievement Award from the Golden Globes.
- He is one of only a few African-American actors to win multiple Academy Awards.
- Washington was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2022.
FAQs
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Denzel Washington is 70 years old.
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Denzel Washington was born the 29 December 1954.
Where is Denzel Washington from?
Mount Vernon, New York, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About December 29th, 1954, in brief:
- Historical events: The Kingdom of the Netherlands was established, comprising the Netherlands and the Netherlands Antilles as autonomous parts, marking a significant constitutional reorganization of the Dutch realm.
- Day of the week: December 29th, 1954 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- #1 US song: The Naughty Lady Of Shady Lane by The Ames Brothers
- #1 UK song: Oh Mein Papa by Eddie Calvert
- Popular movie: The Long Gray Line directed by John Ford
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