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Famous as :
ActorBirth Name :
Denzel Hayes Washington Jr.Birth Date :
December 28, 1954Birth Place :
Mount Vernon, New York, USASpouse :
Pauletta Washington (actress, since 25-Jun-83)Claim to fame :
As Dr. Philip Chandler in TV series "St. Elsewhere" (1982-1988)
Intense New Trailer for 'The Book of Eli'
September 26, 2009 11:09:16Another new trailer for "The Book of Eli" has arrived. Debuted at Yahoo! Movies, this brand new promo video provides a deeper look into how far Denzel Washington's lone warrior Eli will go to protect the sole thing that can save humanity. The two-minute plus trailer also shares a glance at the cast ensemble.
This post-apocalyptic drama film revolves around Eli whose destiny is to save humanity. He guards a mysterious book which provides knowledge that could redeem society. Making his way across the desolate wasteland of near-future America, he faces challenge as the despot of a small makeshift town is determined to take possession of the book.
Denzel Washington Back for 'Unstoppable'
July 23, 2009 05:07:12Two weeks after formally stating his withdrawal from "Unstoppable", Denzel Washington is coming back to join the 20th Century Fox's drama. On Wednesday, July 22, Variety reported that the two-time Academy Award-winner and the studio have closed the deal which makes the project back on its track.
Back on July 14, the publication came up with a story that Washington decided to let go of his attachment to the movie project. Rumors at that time suggested the actor left the project because the studio tried to cut down their budget which resulted in them asking him to shave some of his fee. Following Washington's withdrawal, the studio allegedly prepared a new offer with hope that he might reconsider his decision of leaving the movie project.
Denzel Washington Out From 'Unstoppable'
July 14, 2009 02:07:57Denzel Washington has dropped out from his involvement in 20th Century Fox's "Unstoppable", Variety reported. According to an insider close to Washington, the actor decided that he won't join the cast after waiting for almost three months while the studio is still trying to set a budget and a start date.
Washington might leave the movie project because the studio tried to cut the $100 million budget to $90 million which resulted in them asking the two-time Oscar winner to shave $4 million of his $20 million fee. The "The Taking of Pelham 123" actor turned down the request and decided to seek other projects for the fall.
Denzel Washington Attends 'The Taking of Pelham 123' L.A. Premiere
June 05, 2009 03:06:01The Los Angeles premiere of action-thriller movie "The Taking of Pelham 123" on Thursday, June 4 was a star-studded event with its leading actor Denzel Washington in attendance. The Walter Garber depicter was seen smiling to the cameras as he hit the red carpet of the event in white shirt, gray coat and matching pants. He finished off his look with a pair of white sneakers.
Obviously absent from the movie premiere held at Mann's Village Theatre in Westwood, CA was Denzel's co-star John Travolta. "I spoke to him three weeks ago," said Denzel of John, who is still in mourning following the death of his young son Jett Travolta early this year.
Chris Pine Will Possibly Join Denzel Washington Starring in 'Unstoppable'
June 05, 2009 01:06:29Having no plan to slow down when it comes to adding more resume into his acting career, Chris Pine reportedly will land a role in upcoming drama movie "Unstoppable." Breaking the news was Denzel Washington, who told MTV backstage at its 18th annual Movie Awards on Sunday, May 31, "I'm going to shoot a movie in the fall called 'Unstoppable' - me and Tony Scott - and Chris Pine's going to do it with us."
"I hope I'm not speaking out of line. I think they made a deal with him, and I'm supposed to meet him next week," Denzel quickly added. When asked to verify the matter, a spokesperson for The 20th Century Fox which produces the film told MTV, "We're in negotiations with him, but no deal yet."
New 'The Taking of Pelham 123' Trailer Arrives
April 01, 2009 10:04:49What starts off as an ordinary day to New York City subway dispatcher Walter Garber quickly turns into nightmare when he learns that a subway train is being hijacked. Through a brand new trailer of "The Taking of Pelham 123" which debuted via MySpace, it can be seen that Garber played by Denzel Washington is sucked into the bloody game set by criminal mastermind Ryder.
Opened with clips showing a busy day in New York City, the trailer displays a sea of people crowding the street and doing their errands. Then comes John Travolta's Ryder. Making his way to a subway station, he quickly boards a train and hijacks it. The footage moves to Garber in the subway's headquarter.
Denzel Washington-Starrer 'The Taking of Pelham 123' Gets Trailer
February 13, 2009 11:02:20Columbia Pictures have presented an intense look into "The Taking of Pelham 123" through the thriller's trailer. Said to be released in theaters on February 13 attached to "The International", the trailer courtesy of Yahoo! firstly serves as an introduction to Denzel Washington's character Walter Garber, what he does for a living and his ordinary days at work.
The video footage then cuts to present criminal mastermind Ryder, who is portrayed by John Travolta. Walking into a crowded subway station, Ryder quickly points his gun at Pelham 123's train operator and takes over the train. Soon after, he reveals to Garber that in exchange for the passengers he takes as hostages, he wants a large ransom that has to be paid within one hour. Under pressure to save the hostages, Garber uses his vast knowledge of the subway system in a battle to outwit Ryder.
Denzel Washington Attached to 'Matarese Circle'
April 04, 2008 03:04:07The multiple awards-winning Hollywood actor Denzel Washington reportedly will be joining another action thriller project. According to Hollywood Reporter, the man behind the acclaimed drama movie "The Great Debaters" has been attached to star in "The Matarese Circle" a film adaptation of Robert Ludlum's novel.
Unlike in the Universal Pictures' action drama "American Gangster", the 53-year-old actor would be portraying the good guy in this film. Hollywood Reporter claimed that an insider revealed that the Academy Award recipient will bring Bradley Scofield, an American secret agent, to the big screen.
The Harris Poll's Annual Lists of America's Favorite Movie Stars and TV Personalities
January 16, 2008 01:01:17The Harris Poll's annual lists of America's Favorite Movie Stars and America's Favorite TV Personalities are out and Denzel Washington and Ellen DeGeneres are the two big winners.
Is a two-time Academy Award- winning actor, Denzel is the first pick on the Favorite Movie Stars list, making it his second year in a row to score the first spot on the poll. As of Ellen, her being picked as the number one Favorite TV Personality marks her first time ever to dethrone the chat-show icon Oprah Winfrey who always tops the popularity chart in the past years.
Actor Johnny Depp Named Top Money-Making Star of 2007
January 04, 2008 11:01:42Saw both of his 2007 film projects; "Pirates of the Caribbean: At Worlds End" and "Sweeney Todd" reached success in the market, Johnny Depp has been named the "Top Money-Making Star of 2007" in Quigley Publishing Company's 76th Annual Poll.
This is the actor's second consecutive time in the number one spot. He first appeared on the list in 2003, coming in at number six and was placed second in 2005 and first last year.
Great Debaters L.A. Premiere Packed with Big Stars
December 13, 2007 03:12:18A bunch of lauded names in Hollywood film industry illuminated Hollywood's Arclight Cinerama Dome as they all gathered up on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 for the premiere of "The Great Debaters", a production of The Weinstein Company set for theatrical release on Christmas Day this year.
Leading star and director Denzel Washington cheerfully showed up alongside beloved wife Pauletta Washington before taking his time to pose together with producer Oprah Winfrey, who sported a beaded Oscar de la Renta gown that night.
12th Annual Satellite Awards Movie Contenders Unveiled
December 01, 2007 09:12:48Listing out notable titles and names, the International Press Academy (IPA) has revealed the nominations for its annually-held Satellite Awards, which will celebrate its 12th anniversary this year, submitting them all in twenty-two film categories of the event.
In the dramatic slot, acclaimed crime drama thriller "No Country for Old Men" gloriously shines through as it garners nods in the substantial spots, notably top prize Best Motion Picture - Drama. Pic, however, is pitted against strong competitors of "The Lookout", "Before the Devil Knows You're Dead", "Away from Her", "Eastern Promises", and "3:10 To Yuma" for the title.
Big Names Bestowed 2007 BAFTA/LA Awards
November 03, 2007 10:11:01Two A-list Hollywood actors and two prominent filmmakers took home kudos on Thursday night (Nov. 1) as the British Academy of Film and Television Arts/Los Angeles (BAFTA/LA) held out its 16th annual BAFTA/LA Cunard Britannia Awards at The Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles.
Oscar winner Denzel Washington finally picked up the Stanley Kubrick Britannia Award for Excellence in Film while fellow thesp Kate Winslet was deemed British Artist of the Year. Joining them as the honorees were "Casino Royale" helmer Martin Campbell and New Zealand-born British screenwriter Richard Curtis, who accepted the John Schlesinger Award for Excellence in Directing and Humanitarian Award, respectively.
American Gangster New York Premiere Full of Stars
October 22, 2007 05:10:00The brilliance of New York took some higher notches of brightness when a number of famous figures in U.S. entertainment industry gathered up for the world premiere of crime saga on Friday, October 19, 2007 at the Apollo Theatre.
Bracing the heavy rain, the flick's cast members cheerfully mingled with other celebrities at the scene, cheered up by crowds as they strolled down the red carpet for the screening.
Pic's leading actors Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe both arrived with their wives, joined by co-stars Josh Brolin, Cuba Gooding Jr., rapper Common, Lymari Nadal, and Armand Assante.
Denzel Washington Strikes Fourth Collaboration with Director Tony Scott
September 24, 2007 03:09:42
Looks like three is still far from enough for both Denzel Washington and Tony Scott. Report from Daily Variety has brought in info that the two are going to work together once again in "The Taking of Pelham 1, 2, 3" for Columbia Pictures.
Project turns out to be a remake of the 1974 action thriller which was based on the novel by Morton Freedgood who wrote it under the pseudonym John Godey. The original story centers on a New York Transit cop sent to stop a group of terrorists hijacking a subway car for a million dollar ransom. Washington is said to get billed as the cop, played by Walter Matthau in the original.
Denzel Washington to Be Honored BAFTA/LA's 2007 Stanley Kubrick Britannia Award
June 29, 2007 09:06:51
Long recognized to be a versatile thespian consistently delivering convincing, stunning performances, Denzel Washington is about to receive one more prestigious honor for his dedication to filmmaking.
The actor has been announced to be the honoree of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts/Los Angeles' Stanley Kubrick Britannia Award for Excellence in Film at the 2007 BAFTA/LA Cunard Britannia Awards, set to take place at the Century Plaza Hotel on November 1, 2007.
Denzel Washington Writes "Journal for Jordan"
March 28, 2007 04:03:27
Still eager to keep going into producing thing, Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington is on duty to produce a film feature entitled "Journal for Jordan", based on a first-person essay published in January in the New York Times of which rights the Escape Artists has secured.
The essay, written by Dana Canedy, describes a 200-page journal made by her fiance, First Sgt. Charles Monroe King who was perished in Baghdad only one month shy of finishing his tour of duty. It contains words of wisdom for their son about how to live a proper life and to prepare him for a life without his father. King himself never got the chance to meet his own child since he had left for the Middle East before he was born.
America's Favorite Movie Stars in 2006, Per the Harris Poll
January 17, 2007 11:01:04
Another year, another favorite. Move over Tom Hanks because people have their new favorite. It's Denzel Washington. The Hollywood hunk has been chosen the No. 1 America's Favorite Movie Star in the nationwide Harris Poll of 1,147 U.S. adults surveyed online by Harris Interactive between December 12 and 18, 2006.
Dropping from number one to number two is Hanks, while movie legend John Wayne remains in third place. Tough guy Clint Eastwood jumps up two spots to fourth place. Next on the poll is Will Smith who along with actress Julia Roberts tie for the 5th spot.
The 2007 People's Choice Award Nominees
November 08, 2006 01:11:25
Puff. It is a tough race indeed. With the likes of Hollywood's A-listers, including Jennifer Aniston, Halle Berry, Sandra Bullock, Johnny Depp, Tom Hanks, and Denzel Washington, on the list of the 2007 People's Choice Award nominees, it is hard to predict who'll be the winner.
As of Aniston, Berry, and Bullock, they are all vying for Favorite Female Movie Star award. Elsewhere, Depp, Hanks, and Washington they are competing to win the Favorite Male Movie Star prize. Meanwhile, the Favorite Leading Lady nominees include Cameron Diaz, Kirsten Dunst, and Scarlett Johansson.
America's Most Trusted Celebrities According to Forbes Magazine
September 28, 2006 02:09:56
Two-time Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks has been chosen the Most Trusted Celebrity in America. The hunk tops Forbes magazine's list of 1,500 movie and TV stars on the category.
Celebrity cook Rachael Ray comes 2nd, while actor Michael J. Fox comes 3rd in the rundown.
The "American Gangsters"
March 25, 2006 09:03:12
Russell Crowe, Denzel Washington, Ridley Scott, Brian Grazer, and Steve Zaillian are all considered for the upcoming "American Gangster". Each of those mentioned, in fact, has their own part in the drama action flick.
As of Steve Zaillian, he's been hired by Universal Pictures to rewrite the script which is about to be directed by Ridley Scott with Brian Grazer on board producing. Meanwhile, Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington are both slated to star in.
Additional Cast on Deja Vu
January 26, 2006 03:01:09Denzel Washington and Jim Caviezel are joined by Adam Goldberg for their next film project "Deja Vu," which Tony Scott will direct.
It is an action adventure drama centers on an FBI agent (Washington) who travels back in time to save a woman from a murder and falls in love with her in the process.
Stars Set as Presenters at the 63rd Golden Globe
January 06, 2006 01:01:16Famous celebrities, including Jessica Alba, Emmy Rossum, John Travolta and Denzel Washington, have all been tapped as presenters at the 63rd Annual Golden Globe Awards. All of them will join the already announced presenters, among others are Leonardo DiCaprio, Harrison Ford, Jamie Foxx, Natalie Portman, and Emma Thompson.
The annual event is about to be telecast live on NBC Monday, January 16 (8 - 11:00 p.m. EST) at The Beverly Hilton. Among the many awards recipients is Anthony Hopkins who will be granted Cecil B. DeMille Award from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for his "outstanding contribution to the entertainment field."
Tony Scott's Another Deja Vu
October 20, 2005 04:10:02No need to question any longer. It's okay. Everything is doing great and the project will work as expected.
Following Hurricane Katrina, Tony Scott left the Walt Disney Pictures' "Deja Vu" let many questioning on its future. Yet, he's coming back and will direct the flick in New Orleans despite the disaster. This also means that Denzel Washington will surely on board to star in.
