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Denzel Washington is one of the most celebrated actors of our time, with a career spanning over four decades. He has starred in some of the most iconic films of all time, includingMalcolm X,Training Day, andFences. Washington is known for his powerful performances and his ability to bring complex characters to life.
However, he had one safety concern he thought one of his security guards would kill him. In an interview with Black Film, theAmerican Gangsteractor explained his worry.
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What was the Safety Concern?
In an interview withBlack Film,Denzel Washingtonspoke on what was his own safety concerns. As the interviewer asked about that, the actor replied getting shot by one of the security team was a safety concern.
“I was more concerned about getting shot by one of the people that was working for me then. There were so many guns around there. It was like don’t one of you guys trip and fall and kill me.”
He reiterated that he was being serious while saying this. On being asked whether he had encountered any security concerns, he denied it by saying:
“If there were, then they did a great job because I never saw any problems.”
Washington is a highly respected figure in Hollywood and is known for his professionalism and dedication to his craft.
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Some of His Most Famous Movies and the Unforgettable Roles
One of Denzel Washington’s earliest breakthrough roles came in the 1989 war dramaGlory, directed by Edward Zwick. Washington’s powerful and emotional performance in this film earned him his first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Directed by Spike Lee,Malcolm Xshowcased Denzel Washington’s transformative acting abilities. Portraying the influential civil rights leader Malcolm X, Washington delivered a performance that is widely regarded as one of the best of his career. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor.
InTraining Day, Denzel Washington ventured into the world of gritty crime drama, playing the role of Detective Alonzo Harris. Denzel’s captivating performance in this film not only earned him his second Academy Award but also firmly established him as a leading man in Hollywood.
In addition to these films, Washington has also starred in many other notable films, includingPhiladelphia(1993),Remember the Titans(2000), andAmerican Gangster(2007).
His dedication, versatility, and profound understanding of his characters have made him a true cinematic icon.
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Prantik Prabal Roy
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Prantik Prabal Roy is a content writer at FandomWire. With over three years of experience in content writing for various media houses, he takes great interest in telling stories about Hollywood celebrities and the world revolving around them. He has done his Master’s in English literature and diploma course in journalism. Being a literature student, he has the ability to delve into the matter and analyse it thoroughly to give the readers a clear view on the specific topics.
