Denzel Washington - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 28, 1954 |
|---|---|
| Age | 71 |
| Birthplace | Mount Vernon, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Denzel Washington's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Denzel Washington is best known for his powerful performances in films such as 'Training Day,' 'Glory,' 'Malcolm X,' 'Fences,' and 'American Gangster.' He is widely regarded for bringing depth and intensity to his portrayals of complex characters. |
Intro
Denzel Washington is an acclaimed American actor, director, and producer, renowned for both his commanding on-screen presence and his versatility across a wide range of roles in film, television, and theater.
Early Life & Background
Denzel Washington was born on December 28, 1954, in Mount Vernon, New York. He is the son of Lennis 'Lynne' (née Lowe), a beauty parlor owner and operator, and Denzel Hayes Washington Sr., a Pentecostal minister and municipal worker. He attended Fordham University, where he discovered his passion for acting while studying journalism and drama.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Glory' (1989).
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Training Day' (2001).
- Critically acclaimed performances in 'Malcolm X' (1992), 'The Hurricane' (1999), 'Flight' (2012), and 'Fences' (2016).
- Successful stage career, winning a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for 'Fences' (2010).
- Directed several films including 'Antwone Fisher' (2002), 'The Great Debaters' (2007), and 'Fences' (2016).
Trivia
- Denzel Washington was named after his father, Denzel Hayes Washington Sr.[1]
- He is one of the few African-American actors to have won two Academy Awards.[2]
- Washington has been named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive (1996).
- He is known for his philanthropic work and has donated millions to charitable causes and educational institutions.
FAQs
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Denzel Washington is 71 years old.
Denzel Washington was born the 28 December 1954.
Mount Vernon, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 28th, 1954, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 28th, 1954 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Naughty Lady Of Shady Lane by The Ames Brothers
- #1 UK song: Oh Mein Papa by Eddie Calvert
- Popular movie: Rear Window directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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