In Los Angeles, everyone is a star.

Denzel Washington

The time to worrying about flying is when you're on the ground. When you're up in the air, it's too late. No point in worrying about it then.

Denzel Washington

I think a role model is a mentor - someone you see on a daily basis, and you learn from them.

Denzel Washington

The poorest people are the sweetest people.

Denzel Washington

I never really had the classic struggle. I had faith.

Denzel Washington

My role 14 years ago in Richard III - that was the first time I played a bad guy and learned a lot about it - they have all the fun!

Denzel Washington

I say luck is when an opportunity comes along and you're prepared for it.

Denzel Washington

I work hard for the audience. It's entertainment. I don't need validation.

Denzel Washington

You have to grab moments when they happen. I like to improvise and ad lib.

Denzel Washington

I've been fortunate. I don't pick scripts. Scripts pick me.

Denzel Washington

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

Denzel Washington

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

Denzel Washington