Quotes from Denzel Washington

I even asked [Saniyya Sidney] why she wanted to be an actor and she said, "I'm serious about this. These other little kids they want to play, and I don't have time for that.

My mother used to tell me man gives the award, God gives the reward. I don't need another plaque.

At the end of the day, it's not about what you have or even what you've accomplished. It's about what you've done with those accomplishments. It's about who you've lifted up, who you've made better. It's about what you've given back.

Talent comes from God. If you have been given some, then value it, cultivate it, work and develop it.

My faith helps me understand that circumstances don't dictate my happiness, my inner peace.

It's simple: You get a part. You play a part. You play it well. You do your work and you go home. And what is wonderful about movies is that once they're done, they belong to the people. Once you make it, it's what they see. That's where my head is at.

When I did A Soldier's Story, I was very young and green and thought I knew everything-now I know I know everything!

I've worked in a factory. I was a garbage man. I worked in a post office. It's not that long ago. I like to think that I'm just a regular guy.

A wise woman knows the importance of speaking life into her man. If you love him; believe in him, encourage him and be his peace.

If you have an enemy, then learn and know your enemy, don't just be mad at him or her.

The chances you take… the people you meet… the people you love… the faith that you have — that's what's going to define your life.

I made a commitment to completely cut out drinking and anything that might hamper me from getting my mind and body together. And the floodgates of goodness have opened upon me - spiritually and financially.