Denzel Washington

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/denzel-washington

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Denzel Washington born?December 28, 1954
2. Where was Denzel Washington born?Mount Vernon, New York, USA
3. What is the filmography impact?Films in which he has appeared have grossed over $5.1 billion worldwide
4. What movies has Denzel Washington won Oscars for?Denzel Washington won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for the film Glory and another Oscar for Best Actor for Training Day.
5. How did Denzel Washington start his acting career?He trained at the American Conservatory Theater, then acted in off‑Broadway shows and in the TV drama St. Elsewhere.

Thespian: An actor or actress, often used to describe someone with a distinguished career in theater.
Off-Broadway: Theatrical productions in New York City that are smaller and less expensive than Broadway shows, often serving as a proving ground for new talent.
Academy Award (Oscar): A prestigious award presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for excellence in cinematic achievements, considered one of the highest honors in film.
Tony Award: An award presented annually for excellence in live Broadway theatre productions, recognizing achievements in acting, directing, and playwriting.