‘We Work At It’: Denzel Washington’s Wife Pauletta Sheds Light On Secret To Long-Lasting Marriage

As a dedicated follower of Hollywood marriages that stand the test of time, I must say that the bond between Denzel Washington and his wife Pauletta is truly inspiring. Having been together for 41 years, they continue to support each other through every milestone, including their children’s accomplishments at events like the Toronto International Film Festival.


Over the past four decades, Denzel Washington and his wife Pauletta have stood side by side in marriage. More recently, they were spotted at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival, proudly cheering on their children as they celebrated new accomplishments. Additionally, they shared insights into the factors that have sustained their long-lasting bond.

On September 10, 2024, I was fortunate enough to attend the prestigious film festival for the world premiere of “The Piano Lesson.” As a lifestyle expert, it was truly an honor to witness The Equalizer actor and his wife gracing the event with their presence. What made this occasion even more special was that the film is also the directorial debut of none other than their talented son, Malcom Washington. I couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride and excitement for the Washington family as they supported their son’s groundbreaking work.

At the event’s question-and-answer session, Pauletta shared some glimpses of her enduring and deeply affectionate marriage with Denzel, who is currently 69 years old.

Pauletta explained, during their conversation about their 41-year union, that they don’t have any hidden tricks – instead, they actively work on their marriage as a team.

“We work at it,” she continued. 

In simpler terms, the spouse of the two-time Academy Award winner also emphasized the importance of frequent prayer for maintaining and fostering their relationship, as well as staying open to forgiveness. Yet, it’s equally essential that mutual love remains the foundation for their continued bond.

Denzel Washington and Pauletta first crossed paths while working on the movie “Wilma” in 1977; this was Denzel’s debut film. A few months later, they had their initial conversation at a gathering hosted by a common acquaintance.

After six years had passed, they got married and eventually had four children: John David (who is now 40), Katia (age 37), and identical twins Malcolm and Olivia (both 33).

At the Toronto International Film Festival, the couple joyously marked the debut of their son Malcolm’s feature film; they also celebrated John David’s acting role and Katia’s producer credit. Notably, Denzel was among those who co-produced the movie as well.

At TIFF, The Book of Eli actor expressed joy about the public getting a chance to appreciate Malcolm’s work. He also shared his excitement about collaborating on an upcoming project based on August Wilson’s 1987 play, which is being adapted into the film mentioned earlier, with his son.

On November 8, 2024, you’ll find The Piano Lesson debuting at select movie theaters. Meanwhile, starting November 22, 2024, it can be streamed online on Netflix.

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2024-09-11 09:23