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“One day, you will preach to millions,” a woman told Denzel Washington in his mother’s beauty shop in March of 1975.
Denzel recalled that story Thursday before receiving the American Film Institute’s 47th Life Achievement Award at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. It’s clear that woman was relaying a prophetic word from the Lord!
Embed from Getty ImagesTwo Oscars and a ton of box office hits later, Denzel Washington has found his platform to preach, and we’ve been listening and watching ever since.
“Start your day with prayer. Ask for wisdom. Ask for understanding. Don’t aspire to make a living, aspire to make a difference,” Denzel shared during an interview with Christian Today.
The legendary Cicely Tyson was one of many celebs on hand to honor Denzel, who is regarded as one of the best actors of all time.
Embed from Getty ImagesDenzel received his Lifetime Achievement Award from friend, and film producer Spike Lee. He directed Washington in the 1990′s hit“Mo’ Betta Blues” and 1992’s “Malcolm X.”
Embed from Getty ImagesBlack Panther actor Chadwick Boseman had some powerful words for Denzel, “The things you refused to compromise along the way laid the blueprints for us to follow.”
Denzel joins a highly regarded list which includes Morgan Freeman, Martin Scorsese, Harrison Ford, George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Al Pacino, and many more.
The “47th AFI Life Achievement Award” will air on TNT on June 20th at 10 p.m.
Black Excellence!
