Hollywood celebrity struggles in speaking for months! What happened?
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It is not all glitz and glamour in the show business industry.
Actors often face physical challenges, from demanding stunts to gruelling schedules.
Yet sometimes, it's the simplest of accidents that can cause the most trouble.
Hollywood icon Denzel Washington recently shared a painful mishap that left him struggling with his speech.
The 70-year-old action star is no stranger to the rigours of acting.
However, a few months ago, he encountered an unexpected setback that would test his resilience.
The acclaimed actor revealed to The New York Times that he had bitten his tongue 'almost half-off', which significantly impacted his ability to speak.
'I bit my tongue almost half-off a few months ago. It's affecting my speech. It forces me to slow down,' Washington explained in the interview.
The injury has been a challenge for him, as the injury coincided with his performances for the Broadway run of Othello.
'I have to use it. I have a line, "Whither will you that I go to answer this your charge?" he shared.
'It's hard because my tongue is swollen. It has affected everything.'
The incident not only affected Washington's speech but also affected his perspective on life and work.
When asked about how religion fits into his career, the Equalizer star responded in a reflective tone.
'I'm like, "Okay Lord, I'm here, I think this is what you wanted me to do.,"' he started off.
'Now, I'm not sure why, but one can say coincidence and serendipity and all those things.'
Washington did not delve into the specifics of the injury and the treatment process.
However, he did share that his approach to life, and consequently his craft, is now viewed through a spiritual lens.
This change in perspective gave Denzel Washington a fresh understanding of the themes of 'jealousy and envy' in Othello.
'There are some interesting themes in Othello of jealousy, envy, pain and death,' Washington quipped.
'Kenny, the brilliant director, he's putting it in what he calls the near future. So all of those things take on a whole new thing with the information age.'
'At this point, everything I'm doing is through the lens of what God thinks, not what they think,' Washington concluded his interview.
Last year, Denzel Washington hinted at his plans to retire from action movies.
The acclaimed actor shared that there are very few films left that piqued his interest, and his decision to work on a project is highly influenced by the filmmaker.
His recent silver screen appearance was in Gladiator II, co-starring Paul Mescal.
Watch the full trailer of Gladiator II here:
Source: Paramount Pictures/YouTube
Denzel Washington's experience should be a reminder that life could throw curveballs at any age.
It's how we handle these challenges that truly define us.
Whether it's through faith, resilience, or a combination of both, everyone can find ways to adapt and overcome.
We wish Denzel Washington a speedy recovery. Share your well wishes to Denzel Washington in the comments section below.
Actors often face physical challenges, from demanding stunts to gruelling schedules.
Yet sometimes, it's the simplest of accidents that can cause the most trouble.
Hollywood icon Denzel Washington recently shared a painful mishap that left him struggling with his speech.
The 70-year-old action star is no stranger to the rigours of acting.
However, a few months ago, he encountered an unexpected setback that would test his resilience.
Denzel Washington recently starred in Gladiator II (2024). Image Credit: IMdB
The acclaimed actor revealed to The New York Times that he had bitten his tongue 'almost half-off', which significantly impacted his ability to speak.
'I bit my tongue almost half-off a few months ago. It's affecting my speech. It forces me to slow down,' Washington explained in the interview.
The injury has been a challenge for him, as the injury coincided with his performances for the Broadway run of Othello.
'I have to use it. I have a line, "Whither will you that I go to answer this your charge?" he shared.
'It's hard because my tongue is swollen. It has affected everything.'
The incident not only affected Washington's speech but also affected his perspective on life and work.
When asked about how religion fits into his career, the Equalizer star responded in a reflective tone.
'I'm like, "Okay Lord, I'm here, I think this is what you wanted me to do.,"' he started off.
'Now, I'm not sure why, but one can say coincidence and serendipity and all those things.'
Washington did not delve into the specifics of the injury and the treatment process.
However, he did share that his approach to life, and consequently his craft, is now viewed through a spiritual lens.
This change in perspective gave Denzel Washington a fresh understanding of the themes of 'jealousy and envy' in Othello.
'There are some interesting themes in Othello of jealousy, envy, pain and death,' Washington quipped.
'Kenny, the brilliant director, he's putting it in what he calls the near future. So all of those things take on a whole new thing with the information age.'
'At this point, everything I'm doing is through the lens of what God thinks, not what they think,' Washington concluded his interview.
Last year, Denzel Washington hinted at his plans to retire from action movies.
The acclaimed actor shared that there are very few films left that piqued his interest, and his decision to work on a project is highly influenced by the filmmaker.
His recent silver screen appearance was in Gladiator II, co-starring Paul Mescal.
Watch the full trailer of Gladiator II here:
Source: Paramount Pictures/YouTube
Denzel Washington's experience should be a reminder that life could throw curveballs at any age.
It's how we handle these challenges that truly define us.
Whether it's through faith, resilience, or a combination of both, everyone can find ways to adapt and overcome.
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