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Denzel Washington is a name synonymous with excellence in Hollywood. With a decades-long career, the legendary actor has captivated audiences with iconic performances in films likeMalcolm X, Training Day, American Gangster,andFences.
However, few know about the personal commitment Washington made early on that paved the way for his remarkable success. The actor made a conscious decision to step away from alcohol and the negatives of addiction. The road ahead was not straight or easy, but this decision helped him in the long run.
Denzel Washington’s secret to success: The power of choice
Denzel Washingtonbecame a legend in Hollywood due to his illustrious career. His movies ranging fromMan on Fire, Training Day, andAmerican GangstertoMalcolm X,raked in huge hits and made him a well-known figure.
However, not everything came so easy in the glamorous life of the theatre-raised icon. Early on theInside Manlead had some brushes with alcoholism, albeit on screen, when he was cast to play a pilot battling with addiction.
But if I had been drinking while I was shooting, it’d be harder to stay disciplined, just to get up in the morning. You are a little more hung over, grouchier.
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According to an old interview withThe Hollywood Reporter, the actor revealed that for his role inFlight, he shockingly gave up drinking. The actor claimed he didn’t touch the bottle for all 45 days of shooting, which gave him a new perspective.
I just said, “You know, I don’t have days to be hung over.”
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In a 2019 interview withThe Hollywood Reporter, the now-senior actor revealed the serious changes he made to improve his lifestyle. According to the interview he toughened up and reinstalled the vigour to say no to alcohol.
The Turning Point: Turning over a new leaf
In the same interview,The Equalizerlead talked about quitting drinking seriously. The actor claimed he had his last indulgence with the beverage on turning 60 years old and has stopped ever since.
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When I turned 60, I had my last glass of wine, haven’t had any since. There’s 365 days in a year, and how many days do you want to waste?
This sheer will and determined mindset of the actor helped him recess his focus in life. Washington remains determined to deliver only the best to his fans and audience, whether his presence onscreen or behind it.
The actor-producer’s success in life can be attributed to his strong will. Addiction is one of the major vices that destroyed a lot of bright futures in the industry, and theMan on Fireactor doesn’t want to be one of those.
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Currently, the actor is working on an adaptation ofJoe Turner’s Come & Goneby playwright August Wilson. The actor is also starring inRidley Scott‘sGladiator II, which is scheduled to release on 22 July 2025, in theatre.
Shruti Pathak
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An entertainment writer with a passion for storytelling that transcends genres, Shruti Pathak is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in English. She is also a devoted poetry enthusiast, exploring the beauty of language and emotion through verse. Obsessed with the show Friends, a self-proclaimed swiftie, and inspired by classical literature these are just some characteristics that describe the novice writer. Newly joining FandomWire as an intern writer, she hopes to share her thoughts while sharpening her writing skills on various entertainment topics.
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