I had a lot of success from the start. I never really was tested for long periods of time. I got my first professional job while I was a senior in college. I signed with the William Morris Agency before I graduated. – Denzel Washington
I never really had the classic struggle. I had faith. – Denzel Washington
I wasnt allowed to go to movies when I was kid my father was a minister. 101 Dalmatians and King of Kings, that was the extent of it. – Denzel Washington
If I am a cup maker, Im interested in making the best cup I possibly can. My effort goes into that cup, not what people think about it. – Denzel Washington
I feel like a hostage to fortune. Not that I am complaining. I wanted to play the role. But in truth I didnt think the show would be such a success. OK, I thought it would fail. Not because it was bad. I was confident it was good, but plenty of good things just sort of wither on the vine. – Hugh Laurie