Jamie Foxx opens the AFI Life Achievement Award tribute to Denzel Washington

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Jamie Foxx opens the 47th AFI Life Achievement Award Tribute to Denzel Washington on June 6, 2019 at the Dolby Theatre. The TV special, AFI LIFE ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: A TRIBUTE TO DENZEL WASHINGTON aired on Thursday, June 20, at 10:00 PM (ET/PT) on TNT. Sister network Turner Classic Movies (TCM) will also air the special in October 2019, during a night of programming dedicated to Washington’s work.
Mahershala Ali, Chadwick Boseman, Jodie Foster, Antoine Fuqua, Jamie Foxx, Morgan Freeman, Michael B. Jordan, Issa Rae, Julia Roberts and Cicely Tyson all paid tribute to Washington's life and work.
Additional guests included Ed Begley, Jr., W. Kamau Bell, Joy Bryant, Joel Coen, Richard Donner, Ava DuVernay, Cary Elwes, Carl Franklin, Antoine Fuqua, David Alan Grier, Keegan-Michael Key, Martin Lawrence, Frances McDormand, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Paula Patton, Jay Pharoah, Chris Tucker and Edward Zwick.
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[@TheRuddboyy]

Jamie Foxx, the only man who can tell a story a hundred times and it still sounds like new. Every time.

[@marqueswofford6716]

Mike epps has that same effect lol

[@michaelcabrera7420]

Yup

[@TimothyAlexzander]

@@marqueswofford6716 Chris Tucker too

[@ItsNod]

He needs new material. Kanye and Denzel stories played

[@DunDone_IT5252]

Agreed!!! He is the Best storyteller!!!

[@shviewjames126]

Jamie Fox is so naturally talented and funny that I forget how brilliant he really is.

Lol! That's hilarious @ one of the worst actors ever. Affirmative action actor

[@Ken-tr8si]

@@whendovesfly4844 he just jealous coz a black man is successful and talented.

[@wendyjenkins1559]

He can some what can sing lol.

@@Ken-tr8si nice comment bigot boy

[@afoy550]

Out of curiosity what's the term for a white actor who's horrible? I don't know why you don't like Jamie Foxx, Ray is one of my favorite movies. Or did you think Daniel day Lewis should play Ray Charles?

[@dennisbeacham883]

It’s refreshing to see a black couple still married & happy in Hollywood! Truly a rarity!!!

[@wendyjenkins1559]

Amen too that... Angela basset still married too Steve wonder... Samuel Jackson....alot of them still married too can't think off I know you know some names too family.

[@mama--rua]

Any colour couple

[@zekeriasaeed1726]

Bullshit

[@dmiller3154]

@@mama--rua no, we said black. Stfu. Don't ever correct no one on subjects that dont concern you. When Hollyweirds definition of success for a black male is; dressing as a female for the majority of their early career, marrying a white woman, being type cast as a thug, gangster and absentee father. Don't correct us when we happy to see they avoided all pitfalls and found greater success on and off the stage with their black wife.

[@isimikehinde5584]

I don't think it's rare in Hollywood to see a black couple still married.

[@treasure2behold282]

Denzel's wife looks like she's having a good ole time.

[@monawilliams286]

she's always so happy for her Husband!! I freakin love them!

[@steelhere5519]

Money does that to people. Especially, women.

[@MlleNnCo]

@@steelhere5519 Oh come on... Keep the misogynistic conjectures and prejudices. Lady is enjoying herself what the heck does that have to do with the money in her bank account. Smh.

[@raineyj560]

@@MlleNnCo right & poor people have fun as well! People be trolling

[@wendyjenkins1559]

Laughing her ass off huh family

[@harithhakeem6004]

Denzel should've gotten the Oscar in Malcolm X. It was as epic as Pacino in Scarface.

[@Maybe_88]

Harith Anti Bully the industry don’t like Malcolm X that’s why.

[@609promotions]

@stryfetc1 I loved Scent of a Woman though. Denzel my favourite Actor anyway

[@tulip6767]

What a joke that was! Denzal should have won.

[@joncumber2020]

He should have won the Oscar no doubt. 'Scarface' however is a horrible movie with an overblown, cartoonish performance by Pacino. Not hating on Pacino. Please see 'Dog Day Afternoon' and 'Godfather 2' and 'Heat' to see how good he can be.

[@arrjee9474]

JC TT By now everyone knows how brilliant he is. He’s an iconic figure.

[@paulabarrows7023]

Denzel's smile is everything

[@chriscooks5437]

Did you see Jamie immigrating his veneers sticking & unsticking to his lips? He clowned him.

[@MelissaLopez-sk3id]

Isn’t it??!

[@jamiefoxx8791]

@@chriscooks5437 Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@100robisaac]

"Hold on, hold on, alright, ok, alright, alright, come--alright, alright, ok." 😂😂😂😂😂

[@dallf4432]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jrviade85]

Errrrrrrrrrrr no

[@greydae4162]

😂😂😂

[@Misswhome2010]

Jamie Foxx will be honored on the same stage one day!❤

[@joechrow8341]

Why?...Cause he is funny?...Personally i feel his acting in "Ray" was VASTLY overrated...He is NOT a great actor in my opinion...Popular actor maybe...He is not even in the same stratosphere as Denzel

[@sha8921]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@andlch]

Have you seen it in 'Ali'? Small part, outstanding performance.

[@mudabudda]

Not too many white people though

[@BamaBred2008]

Yes!!! Jamie is very multi-talented

[@almightyalious2804]

Denzel is the legend that will never be repeated, pure talent, hard-working man, perfecting his craftsmanship

[@terrifant2794]

Still good

[@ladennayoung2939]

His wife is pretty. She have a beautiful smile.

[@disabledbabe]

And beautiful teeth too.

[@scottparson3536]

Happy new year to you and you family in good health and prosperity.

[@ms.gracefullybroken8724]

yes she is and they are a beautiful couple

[@jamiefoxx8791]

@@disabledbabe Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@bestseller8735]

That man ages graciously. There is only one Denzel Washington 😍

[@jamiefoxx8791]

Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@briannabrown8696]

Facts, ...

[@FreakieFan]

Balls to open a ceremony by doing an impression of the person. Amazing.

[@warlockthankless5323]

Guido Anselmi George Lopez did a "Scarface" Impression at Al Pacino's AFI award ceremony.

[@dustfreequeen5151]

Denzel should have won an oscar for his part in Fences!!! Brilliant performance!!!

[@chriscooks5437]

A Tony too

[@josephjanisch5396]

He should have won like 5 oscars

[@wintersantiago2274]

And Malcolm X.

[@irock2403]

@@chriscooks5437 He won a Tony for Fences

[@irock2403]

@@josephjanisch5396 2 actually

[@ericthomas9686]

I remember when Glory was in the theater, I just turn 17. My dad and I went see at a matinee, when we were walking out grown men were crying. Black and White, why? Powerful film, specially at the end.

[@cynthiastewart6268]

Eric Thomas And didn’t he only get a best “supporting”actor Oscar? Or did he get just a nom? I’m about to check

[@cynthiastewart6268]

Eric Thomas Just checked, yes he got an Oscar for supporting actor in Glory, and one Oscar for best “Actor” for Training day. He should have had wayyy more oscars.

[@chriscooks5437]

My HS govt teacher, Daniel Spetner, white Jewish guy, made us go watch it as a group project. Great move & movie!

[@amortillies4193]

That ending was extremely sad like u just can’t help but cry

[@Akkatlah]

@@cynthiastewart6268 He should have also won for The Hurricane

[@deannte8903]

Denzel and his wife can cause major envy and love at the same time!! I love this couple right here because they are the epitome of true love, respect, friendship, unity, and ONENESS!! Jamie Fox I love this guy because he’s true to himself and respects those who are true to themselves!!

[@gloriacotton8768]

Dr. NTA they are beautiful together. Inspiring. There are several others. Right now I’m thinking of the 1st royal couple: Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis. They were/ are the ultimate role models.

[@sustainabledevelopment4653]

From Uganda Africa, love Denzel and I don't whether I will get a chance meeting him. That the person I would love to meet if I fly to USA for the first time

[@jamiefoxx8791]

Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@tkhannibal2476]

Don't know why he didn't get an Oscar(s) In John Q, Malcom X, Man On Fire...

[@FANCYxDADDY]

Tk Hannibal Even in Equalizer and Book of Eli!!! 💯

[@reginaldwalker6027]

Denzel should have multiple Oscars!!..I feel ya!..💯

[@waljahras9813]

It's truly sad that the only Oscar Mr. Washington recieved was for his portrayal of a dirty drug addict cop. Sooooo many movies he should have recieved an Oscar. The ones mentioned already and sooooo many others. Mr. Washington is one of my all time favorite actors. I have never seen training day and I refuse to watch it.

[@jds8560]

Yes you do

[@africaRBG]

Man on fire was an awesome movie.

[@ciaraj3282]

All the black people in the building understood his jokes. Denzel too, 😂😆 Edited: Pauletta definitely Did!! ☺️

[@qwerttzizzi]

I am brown but even I understood the jokes😂

[@bettyharrison4208]

THAT SMILE THAT DENZEL HAS!❤❤❤

[@dannyx4745]

It was at the end of jamie speech that u can tell denzel was holdin back his tears and thinkin at the same time......myyyyy nucca!!!!!😂😁😁😁

[@TheDredle99]

My favorite Denzel was Remember the Titans, it seems movies have to be a certain type to get an Oscar but every Denzel movie is incredible to me and it’s weird how I know I’m watching Denzel but still get taken in by the character he’s playing where the emotions, thought processes, are all so different

[@yatuwasandra7526]

Remember the titans is great movie

[@wintersantiago2274]

Malcolm X!

[@jbin1231]

I love how at 2:09 Jaimie says "its too many white people" and the camera pans to the audience and there are actually too many white people 😂😂😂

[@jds8560]

Always too many

[@sandymarc5322]

Exactly what I was thinking they are honoring a black men where are the black 👀people why is the audience 98% white?

[@TruSoulDj]

Because he’s an international talent that appeals to everyone

[@86Eve]

@@sandymarc5322 yeah, I was thinking the same thing!

[@todd7365]

Did you see Denzel's table? Black and white..just like the audience.

[@unique7988]

3:17: Denzel Washington saying, "My man."

[@Shawnta.realestate]

I never catch anything like this. I need to be more observant

[@MelodeeMusiqEssentials]

Look like he said “my brother”

[@buffywasright]

You wanna go to jail or you wanna go home?

[@MelodeeMusiqEssentials]

Tom Bystander lol what he say then?

[@Maameelle78]

Everybody need to take a long hard look at Denzel’s wife and give her a standing ovation 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@sandraswift1827]

Soooo trueee...she must be applauded.Never met her bit such a laudable role model

[@billylopes4023]

Jamie started walking like Denzel that's funny af 😂😂🤣🤣

[@billybabu]

Gifted in every way possible. Blessings from Wolverhampton England.

[@nmbr8of11]

Denzel deserves all the accolades he's gotten and continue to get💕🔥

[@biatsoho1332]

Jamie is too much. I can’t.

[@shadyshady2463]

Jamie is really a star of stars. He always stand out in a room full of stars . Good energy, host and multi talented

[@barryirvin2417]

He isn’t that talented and isn’t a star of stars . Denzil is and Foxx certainly isn’t .

[@DarkKnight--22]

Put Denzel in any movie and he'll nail it!!! Amazing actor and well deserved 👏👏👏

[@susanjackson6521]

Everyone IS a fan of Denzel Washington 🌞❤️

[@douglasemerald306]

Hello how are you how? And everyone else around you hope all is well it would be very nice for the both of us to know more about each other what do you think

[@muhammaddawood4382]

Greatness Recognized. One of the Greatest of all Times. arguably The Greatest.

[@yolandamurry4439]

J. Dawood No argument! Denzel is the greatest actor!Only Meryl Streep can be touted an equal as an actress (maybe Glenn Close, but her greatest work is on Broadway). Of course it’s my opinion 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@cynthiastewart6268]

J. Dawood Absolutely concur!! He IS a legend, and to me never given his just due by Hollywood and all of these stupid Awards shows.

[@yolandamurry4439]

I love Denzel Washington as much as it is appropriate for a fan to love a married man‼️‼️‼️❤️❤️❤️ His work is broad and impeccable, his character is stellar, his heart is expansive, and he ages like a Monét or better yet, an Aaron Douglass‼️ Congratulations to Mr. Denzel Washington‼️ You continue to dazzle audiences with your talent and your swagger!

[@arrjee9474]

Yolanda Murry DAMN!! Couldn’t say it better than that!

[@loveb.872]

Well said!

[@melangreathouse2209]

Yolanda Murry . Yolanda, May I add to your outstanding accolade to Mr Washington, that it is his “ close relationship to God” that has blessed him as he has progressed through the ranks in Tinseltown. Had he not maintained this foundation, things could have turned out much differently.

[@yolandamurry4439]

@Mela'n Greathouse I completely agree! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@maryluvsmusic9298]

@Yolanda Murry, whew! U should’ve honored him on stage with that well spoken comment👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾!

[@yaseengani1]

Jamie's humour and confidence will be on my wish list !!

[@adriennemcpherson6831]

Jamie Fox is hilarious!😂😂

[@guytrellparker781]

Lifestyle

[@jamiefoxx8791]

Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@misstriciak]

I have heard this same story at least on 5 differents platforms and it never sounds the same. Jamie is a G

[@cusescholar3582]

When he did that clap from Remember The Titians, I screamed.

[@randybarrientes3083]

Jamie foxx, and Denzel Washington,are the best , congrats to Denzel Washington,

[@chosenfaithful9402]

Amen, he's a king!🤴🏽

[@vrvaughn]

Jamie Foxx’s performance as Ray Charles is probably the greatest bio picture I’ve ever been privileged to see. None of us have knowledge of Ray’s private life and conversations, but I saw him perform live and enough times to acknowledge Fox’s amazing capacity as an actor and a musical artist and mimic. Did I say mimic? That’s a disservice.. he embodied the man and captured his essence and soul.

[@ISayToMyself]

Denzel is everything y’all. And he loves the Lord?!!! Sighhh. 😍😍🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@bonatlelove7732]

Jamie is so smart..He tells the best stories

[@Wendy17719]

I can only watch Glory every few years because I cry so much each time that I make myself sick. That scene when he is getting whipped and that tear falls from one eye.

[@chriscooks5437]

I've only seen it once in HS when it came out.

[@bobypestano]

What a guy...when you forget the world is wonderful, listen and watch Mr.J.Foxx

[@blackpixels]

My Man... Well Deserved Denzel... and Big Up Jamie 😂 - Peace ✌🏾 from London UK

[@bledarballabani5286]

Denzel great actor. God is great.

[@lkjp07]

Great impression of Denzel Washington by the talented and underestimated Jamie Foxx.

[@rwtv6003]

Mr Denzel has inspired me over the years to be not just a doer but also a thinker! You have touched so many lives her in Ghana through your amazing works. You to me, are a PERFECT GENTLEMAN. I remember some of my colleges mimicking even the way you walk, lol. A gentleman indeed Mr Washington. May God truly bless you for continuing to touch lives. Amen

[@shaylahjohnson1307]

No matter how many times I watch this it is hilarious every time.

[@leilanolemini8363]

Black people in Hollywood melt my heart! They give so much positive energy. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jamiefoxx8791]

Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@LarsGenius21]

Glory is up there on the most underrated performances all time.

[@wkatc007]

Jamie killed it as always!

[@colynmarie5322]

One of my fav actors of all time Love Denzel Washington. You are truly a legend. You deserve more awards.

[@flyassbj]

jamie foxx the living legend who can do everything

[@frankiebolerosrosado3704]

If the Oscar's were truly an Honest and Legit, Denzel would have several Oscar's under his Belt. He is an Amazing Actor.

[@barryirvin2417]

@frankiebolerosrosado3704 He has won twice . Legit ? Lol . What does that even mean ? . He has been nominated 6 times at least .

[@RandomNest]

Denzel looks awesome as well as his wife.. God bless him and his family.

[@deniseabrams7212]

Denzel Washington is a Legend in a class by himself💯💯💯💯💯

[@tcnance1317]

What a Feeling ...to have your Peers, and Friends Speak So Highly about You!! Well Deserved Denzel!!

[@carolinesergon347]

It sure is beautiful n well deserved

[@matthewgonzales2291]

Denzel is a stand up kind of guy...someone worthy of much...much 🎖🎖🎖infinity

[@sidneysouthfield844]

When the Denzel AFI videos started to pop up in my recommendations, I begged the universe that Jamie Foxx was one of the tribute givers cause I knew that would be funny af. I wasn't disappointed :)

[@valschaub931]

Denzel Washington, is someone I would be proud to have my child emulate. His character is above reproach. He let's No one or any Institute (Hollywood) tell him how to think, what to say, or how to act. I truly admire Denzel for the man he is.

[@kasemalin3293]

That’s cool but we really don’t know shit about him. All we know is what he presents if himself. He could be a nice person but truthfully we really don’t know what type of human he is

[@valschaub931]

@@kasemalin3293 i have seen his humanity at work. I have heard his commencement speeches. The advice his gives young people is above approach. He has talked about God in his interviews. His actions for charity comes from the heart. He does not let Hollywood control him. So that's why I praised Mr. Washington. Not because he's a Damm good actor but because of his character.

[@joangentile2731]

I love Denzel Washington!! He's one of the best actors ever!! I love his smile!! Wow!! Absolutely beautiful!! 💖💖💖

[@jgood4010]

Denzel up there with his Queen ❤🖤💚

[@pho3nix-]

The Denzel walk is the funniest thing ever

[@MadaOpston]

We want New Movies Denzel 🇲🇦❤️

[@chosenfaithful9402]

Yes please *Mr Washington!* ✌🏼💕💖😊

[@GildedWarrior331]

I can't with Jamie he is too funny bro lol 😂 even he was laughing trying to get his act together

[@Tilesandfabrics]

I love Denzel Washington and I’m proud to say that.

[@Tilesandfabrics]

Is true.

[@BDlover07]

John Q is very underrated movie. Denzel is my favourite actor and I am glad I watched 85% of his movies :)

[@leont4944]

Denzel is an icon! We all grew up watching him and I'm still amazed by the fact that he never ever put less than 100% effort into his craft. Such an amazing actor and person!

[@KeithShaw-w3d]

BeeeBeautiful. My dad was born in Mount Vernon . 1919. He took me back there in nineteen seventy three on my way to a college interview. It was amazing experience. Thank you for reminding me

[@pine.13]

😎😎 "My niqqa" Mr.Washington is the Best of the Best no doubt, he is my idol , in his personal life and as an Actor ....my respects to you sir.

[@hieroglyph321]

So glad Denzel's getting the full on recognition while he still young, fit and healthy when he/we can appreciate it together 👍

[@reneejohnson9857]

JAMIE is SO SUPER TALENTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@michaelmorris1767]

Words can't express how much you've inspired and changed the young generation. Thank you!

[@stevewentworth4249]

Denzel is the greatest actor ever, and an amazing human being!

[@dtsa2465]

Denzal is an angle. He cares for us. Denzel loves to teach and aspire and shows the light for any one who is willing to make a difference. Everyone loves Denzel. Denzel is one of kind like Keanu Reeves !!

[@yaseengani1]

Wish we could see more of Jamie in movies, what a bloody entertainer and story teller

[@sarahroman6600]

Mr. Denzel sir I love u and admire u and man he aging just so dam fine y’all 🥰🥰

[@jamiefoxx8791]

Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@joliecide]

Jamie Foxx makes me laugh just walking onto the stage. Master performer!

[@cargylesolomon3535]

He is my favorite actor. I love the fact that he loves his wife and has not strayed out on her. I watch all of his movies because he is a great actor. His life outside of acting is encouraging. God bless his marriage and his family.

[@abazindiaye1153]

Man this is beautiful! Respecte for our icons! Jamie we love your honesty and we love Denzel!

[@evangelistbettybailey6484]

Jamie Foxx thanks for verbally releasing this awesome presentation to Denzel that shined a great reflection on you letting us the viewers know that you don't mind giving others their just due props and honor for their tremendous accomplisments that speaks well of you congrats! I saw you in person some years ago in Hammond when you and some of the other Acting Crew were filming a movie my what an experience that was. God has blessed you greatly don't leave Him out the equation of your life you need him. May God bless you from your sister in Christ in Hammond, LA.

[@jamiefoxx8791]

Thanks for liking and commenting on my post I really appreciate your support am really grateful.

[@bro89174]

Denzel. A legend

[@cargylesolomon3535]

And if you ever read my post Denzel, I am proud of you as a black man who has stayed with your family, no matter what you have accomplished in the world.

[@arrjee9474]

That was BEAUTIFUL!

[@simanganzuza4986]

Love how he said "my man" in the end

[@coolmania8991]

Jamie foxx is young version of denzel

[@Komediennekymd2009]

Well deserved & long overdue! Give him his AWARDS now! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@josyebony8091]

Did I just see Chris Tucker in 0.51.... he is looking good

[@larrydarnellrembertiii6258]

Yep

[@tanyahinds3049]

I think denzel should run for president

[@iciman100]

Malcolm X: We didn't land on Plymouth Rock. Plymouth Rock landed on us!

[@richc.1104]

Translation: We were here before Columbus, the Pilgrims, AND the so-called Native-Americans...so-called African-Americans are the true indigenous people of the Americas.

[@koreysylver9276]

Those words were genuine and really meant something to Denzel, you can tell by looking at his face. Kings salute other Kings, like Jamie did Denzel

[@isxakksixty3923]

Denzel be like My Maaaaaan at the end lol

[@shmac96]

Would have been great to see Chadwick Boseman and Jamie Foxx do a serious film together. Just wonderful talents and entirely different!

[@bradnobl]

Jamie tell a story during the apocalypse and have you laughing

[@lbullard2012]

Looooooove Denzel Washington from Carbon Copy to Training Day...my ultimate favorite actor..He is deserving of all awards that can be given..He is blessed by God!

[@DarkCavaliero]

The camera cut to Jay Pharoah was an acknowledgment to his amazing Denzel impressions.

[@KevMcGuire]

I noticed this too, he does the most incredible impression! If you closed your eyes during the “point of no RETURNS” skit on SNL you’d have fully believed you were listening to Denzel!

[@jameshairyknuckles1655]

Only a handful of actors that I really think are the best of the best. Denzel Washington is one of them.

[@eduardogutierrez9072]

0:08, is that de walked and aplause from training Day??

[@JimmyStruthers1000]

Eduardo Gutierrez LMFAO YES

[@masonpatrices]

Well said Jamie... but who the hell cutting the damn onions😫😫😫

[@eve_on_the_beach]

NOBODY LIKE DENZEL AND NOBODY TO SHOW THE LOVE WE HAVE FOR HIM,LIKE JAMIE! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@professionalsalesman3303]

Jamie Fox is effortlessly funny!