Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington is an award-winning actor and one of the most successful of his generation.  His most well-known film and TV roles as part of his acting credits include St. Elsewhere, Glory, Malcolm X, and Remember the Titans. Over the years, he has won numerous accolades, including a Tony, three Golden Globes, and two Oscars. Thanks to his career royalties and salaries, Washington has amassed a massive wealth of around $280 million, making him one of Hollywood’s richest celebrities.

Long before his rise to fame, Washington was quite indecisive about acting during his college years. At the time, he was conflicted about continuing his studies or taking a semester off to focus on acting. In addition to acting, Washington was quite successful as a basketball player during this time. Eventually, at the suggestion of a colleague, Washington pursued acting and devoted his time there since.