Washington spoke to the New York Times about his reaction to being snubbed by the Academy for his performance in Ridley Scott’s “Gladiator II,” reports variety.com.
The award is presented to individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavours
The event took place at the Kelly Temple Church of God in Christ located in New York City's Harlem. The two-time Academy Award winning actor earlier said that religion is not fashionable in Hollywood
Denzil shared insights about his character, experiences with co-actors, and more. When asked about preparing for his role as Macrinus, Denzel Washington remarked, "I'll be seventy in December. I played Othello at twenty-two and Emperor Jones at twenty. So, I've been preparing for this role for fifty years."
At Collider's IMAX screening event for 'The Equalizer 3,' he recollected starting his pitch with, "Picture this: the sun rises, and a man on a black horse appears..."
According to a report by aceshowbiz.com, the 57-year-old director of the new 'Equalizer' film shared with PEOPLE that the 68-year-old actor has developed a "somewhat paternal, mentor-like relationship" with the actress.
