Denzel Washington

Washington was made the 2021 Honorary Sergeant Major of the Army.

Washington received an honorary Doctor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

Washington received an honorary Doctorate of Humanities from Morehouse College.

Washington was awarded an honorary doctorate from Fordham University.

Washington married Pauletta Pearson.

Washington made his screen acting debut in the made-for-television film Wilma.

Washington began his career in theater, acting in performances off-Broadway.

Denzel Hayes Washington Jr. was born in Mount Vernon, New York.