An American actor, producer and director. He was born in Mount Vernon, New York, on December 28, 1954. He earned a BA in Drama and Journalism from Fordham University. Shortly after graduating, Washington began acting in a TV movie titled Wilma (1977). His most notable works include Fences (2016), The Book of Eli (2010), Antwone Fisher (2002). He won an Academy Award twice for Best Leading Actor in Training Day (2001), and Best Supporting Actor for Glory (1989). He has been married to actress Pauletta Pearson since 1983, and they have four children, including actor, John David Washington.
