John David Washington Interview With The Breakfast Club (7-19-16)

John David Washington discusses how he got into acting, his football career, his role on HBO's "Ballers", wanting to be judged on his own merits and not his father's and much more. #BreakfastClub

[@MsLove-cj2kk]

This man loves his mother!

[@yvonneshelton2505]

Journey With Love yes he does love 💕 his mom

[@loveharrydaily]

Journey With Love and looks exactly like a male version of her

[@Shayvideos1]

Yes..I pray my son feels the same about me through his life time. This made me proud.

[@Colormetat]

He loves black women in general! I respect that!

[@toy5309]

Yes, he does!

[@DesiLu4Life]

Who didn't know that Pauletta was an accomplished pianist?! She and Denzel are a true power couple!!!

[@angeleyes3386]

Desiree Taylor I found out from Jenifer Lewis’s book. Good read

[@chelsealyons6496]

I knew that she was on Broadway

[@GeraldHarris-cf2zh]

I was in Season 2 of Ballers when i found out he was Denzel's son. He just told me who his Mom was and 2 be honest i don't know who she is.

[@daphneepaul3737]

Desiree Taylor I didn’t know she was a pianist

[@MaseratiDuke]

I like how adamant he is that he wants to be recognized for doing things on his own and not because of his father.

[@prettyfinesse4299]

Charla you are a ignorant blastard and should be fired!!! The disrespect dude stop.

[@corderiusnorton143]

@@prettyfinesse4299 a blastard? What stfu lol

[@reformer6666]

@@prettyfinesse4299 How was he disrespctful?

[@TechnoloG84]

went to college with that dude. real dude.

[@89kbeats]

G T dope!

[@TriggaPapi24]

I went to a gas station with that dude...he got the gah ⛽

[@muhfkajones]

@@TriggaPapi24 😂😂😂

[@Mr.Lubbox-Lobsterlegz1]

Dude we get it, you say this every video

[@mourinho966]

@@Mr.Lubbox-Lobsterlegz1 loooool was just about to write this...

[@charenzo95]

Pay attention. After all these years Denzel has never been in any scandals. His children are humble , hardworking and not entitled at all! All praise to Pauletta! Btw she's an extraordinary actress as well. # blackfamilygoals

[@laurenlocd3180]

Neve been in any scandals but yes he’s cheated !

[@Nanette12181]

You can tell his mother made a significant impact on who he is. Very respectful towards women.

[@etf42]

hes too nice. women will think he is weak

[@BeautyLoves88]

a JEZEBEL-spirited woman would; however: a woman of God w a healthy vision & understanding of love, tenderness, honor & respect would NOT find him weak @ ALL. it takes MORE strength to be KIND & confident than an arrogant misogynistic jerk. most of those “not nice on purpose” guys are usually insecure prepubescent males who haven’t found security in their true selves & so they prey on women who think “alpha” means “mean.” 🎯

[@chocha4438]

@@etf42 No we don’t. He’s a real man 😍

[@karenmay9396]

He is a credit to his parents. Well done Denzel and Pauletta!

[@fatboybeats7031]

Naw to his mother … HE HATE TALKING ABOUT HIS DAD U CAN TELL

[@michaelginger88]

@@fatboybeats7031 ofcourse he hates talking about the man who’s the only reason he is in acting now! His father is a legend! He wouldn’t be shit if he was just a random civilian and you know that

[@lct8954]

the hilarious thing is he sounds just like Denzel but looks like his mother. Its tripping me tf out

[@vz3390]

speaks just like his Daddy. Thats the 1st thing iSaid when iWatched Ballers lol

[@NinaPrissyMurphy]

He really does it's sick.

[@carlon51]

YO for real when this show first came out a girl to me Denzel's son was on a show called Ballers i was like "who? who?" I droped the remote and took my eye off the screen for a few seconds as soon as i heard this guys voice i popped my head up to see if Denzel was on ballers... Thats when i knew that was Denzel's son.

[@vz3390]

thats how iDid my little brother lol, iWouldnt tell him who it was, but he figured it out immediately

[@carlon51]

Wesley Rudolph its crazy i bet even their family must get confused if they call the house phone LOL.... The son of the great Denzel.. but you know what,he is a talented actor in his own right, hes very humble seems like a good man and got a great future ahead of him.

[@sparkluv89]

Whoever ends up with him...blessed

[@TheBluecrew13]

He really ain't trying to ride his dad's coat tails....

[@tamikajones9003]

He said "Is she a dentist, did she graduate from college, can she read, is she educated?"

[@aisiabiddle9690]

He isn't playing lol I like men like him, very rare in my opinion. He wouldn't care if the woman he dated was a lawyer just as long as she is doing something with her life.

[@AshleyJohnson-xd1ei]

My heart melted when he said that

[@ariesqueen3725]

Tamika Jones im a dentist and this just made me so happy lol

[@Llcooldaee]

Limz Ibrahim congratulations sis ✨

[@Porquemicafe]

You think his parents being educated and articulate like they are will allow their children to pickup anything less than them? They raised him well

[@emoryaddison8431]

John David a humble and determined young brother who has a old school approach and values. God bless you as you continue to water your aspirations and dreams. My man!

[@quiet_guy9772]

You cant do anything but respect homie..He is serious about making his own way in life and escaping his fathers shadow...Salute to him for being so humble and real

[@Sapiophile-tv6rw]

He sounds like his dad. Nice.

[@specialK312]

wow, he said when his mother and father went on their first date his mother paid for the date. I mean this says a lot about your parents, and what this tells me is that your mother had no standards and did not think about her future and your father has no shame what so ever and he is a pathetic human being but I'm glad it worked out for them, I personally could never bring myself so low to go on a date and have the woman pay that is just gross, his father is truly a ho ass nigga, I'm sorry but there is no way around it.

[@Sapiophile-tv6rw]

specialK312 So not true. Sometimes ppl are struggling. It worked out.

[@specialK312]

Sapiophile 2566 yeah if you are struggling you should be working on getting out of that struggle instead of going on a date knowing that you cannot afford to go on the date. I am glad it worked out but having a woman pay for the fucking date shows your character and shows that you are truly a piece of shit as a person, I can't think of any way around it, this is an insult to all men and the fact that she was willing to pay for the date is an insult to all women. I was truly disgusted when he said that. some people have no shame.

[@Sapiophile-tv6rw]

specialK312 Well we all have different outlooks on life. What's right for you is wrong to other's.

[@vswayz490]

+specialK312 Maybe she wanted to treat the man she saw a future with, I'm sure he pays for all the dates, vacations, cars, etc. now.

[@moniquemortonderouselle6846]

I like the the part when John David was asking what qualities the girl who is crushing on him had. Lets talk more about what kind of classy, educated women he likes.

[@sandramccullough7759]

I caught that too. He knows what he is looking for.

[@B1LLBILL]

Educated women don't make to be good wives or mothers they have big egos I wouldn't go for that if I was him-Just saying🤷🏾‍♂️

[@BigKissez]

@@B1LLBILL Wait...what?? 👀 Where did you get your info?

[@mariahyohannes]

@@B1LLBILL His mother is an educated woman, he knows what he's talking about.

[@Zeitics]

@@B1LLBILL you got to tell us what ratchet baby momma is raising your kids 😂😂😂

[@NinaPrissyMurphy]

John is a good, respectful, and chill man. He is not with this questions. I don't see why they continuously ask him questions about Denzel if he makes it clear he rather not talk about Denzel.

[@thesummrbaby]

That irked me to all end!!

[@Kweation]

that's always gonna be the elephant in the room. they want to know the dynamic. it's not like they were asking dumb questions.

[@kendrick10601]

it must be annoying...see whatever he does he is ''Denzel's son''

[@marvenp]

Yeah this was one of those times where I wished Charlamange had just STFU! He was ridiculously disrespectful during this entire interview and just wouldn't let up.

[@thesummrbaby]

em.fotografik​..Did you see the Beanie Segal interview....?

[@yobiwolrd07]

His voice is just like his father

[@indigenousqueen2425]

True.

[@jbvap]

Im very thankful my dad was always around. Envy "why do you say that?"

[@DaphenyPierre]

lmaooo! I'm literally dying of laughter right now 😂😂😂

[@moriahaddison]

jbvap I can't 😂😂😂

[@IAMMOVIN4WARD]

Envy's dumb ass again.*

[@arnoldkintu6124]

😂😂😂😂 Envy is trippin

[@jenniferbrown5640]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@vingedheart]

He laughs just like his dad. Love it. His voice altogether.

[@OmarGarcia-wu8vi]

He's so humble. What a class act-good job Mr. and Mrs. Denzel Washington.

[@Loveer-3]

“Humble God fearing man”🙌🏾 Love how he’s including his mom everytime.

[@ereese6479]

very handsome and articulate young man

[@cfued757]

E Reese if he was white would you have described him as articulate

[@ereese6479]

ihakeal ramaan what does that to with it? attractive is attractive...ugly is ugly...color/race/ethnicity doesn't add nor take away from articulation and looks

[@mdkvisions]

life politics They have a lot of hood cats and rappers on, so it's nice to hear a brother talk the way he dose also it's Denzel Smooth articulation..

[@eddydyno]

I appreciate Angela especially this interview, Envy & CTG over here riding his pops almonds and she kept bringing it back to him. You can see the life he spoke with when he talked about the things he’s got goin on. Love how this man brought the rest of his family in to the relationship.

[@sshaw1015]

You can tell its an issue for him and they kept bringing it up...smh

[@rachealsmith8317]

What a great example for all young people. Educated, articulate, humble, and a work ethic. Wishing him every success.

[@SleepingHarmony]

I could listen to him talk all day.

[@NoName-ub2db]

He's just so lovely and really good on ballers! He will go as far as his father in this life no doubt!!

[@jocelynetangi]

"Humble first, God fearing man"... Wow...👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@theesandyg]

I think Denzel " like most dad's " don't mind helping their daughters but they want to prepare their sons for the harsh world they will have to face especially as a black man. I think deep down Denzel is very proud of his son, he just doesn't want to make things to easy for him and it's working because John David seems to be a very humble young man that works hard to get things on his own and is not looking for handouts.

[@itsrheachelle]

He sounds more like Denzel than Denzel sounds like Denzel.

[@missblu725916]

huh?

[@missblu725916]

+young mula wow really?

[@Adrianna9081]

scaryspice28 lol

[@jkeyes87]

he sounds just damn like him LOL

[@Im_LaurenB]

Rheachelle He sounds just like him. Even his mannerisms!

[@cbivirtuouswoman9563]

Glory to God...just met John David Washington on the Breakfast Club. Modest, God fearing and all so Mr. Washington...... I can hear Denzel when he speaks. I see Denzel when he gestures! No need to compete. Greatness emanates from your very being. Go on and do you. Continue to give God Glory! Blessing and Peace as you Grind!

[@FabTCharie]

I'm super late to this interview but John David handled it very well. He seems very well-rounded and humble which is great. He will be successful on his own merit.

[@BoxerBriefs4]

I think I’m in love, and not because he’s Denzel Washington’s son, but his personality is everything. He’s so humbled... I could sit and listen to him talk for hours, much respect for him.

[@litehaircompany4159]

Kudos to Denzel and Pauletta on raising such a articulate and fine young Man!!

[@LateifahKnows]

Nah this interview was funny, he may have a little complex about his father, but that's natural because he is trying to prove himself. Other than that, he's got a sense of humour. Shout out to ballers, love that show.

[@GeraldHarris-cf2zh]

I thought i was the only one in regard to th complex. He mentions mom several times by name. Dad however is DW.

[@muhfkajones]

👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@sharronking]

He is so handsome!

[@sheltonator12]

Sharron King not

[@begood4786]

@@lucil1604 y’all Love being negative I swear

[@Tdiva1964]

Love his love for his Mother....He favors her physically but sounds like his Dad.

[@arethawalker1724]

John David looks like his mom, but sounds like his dad! Great combination!!!👍🏽

[@TaurusVirgoDvineFem]

Handsome & very level headed!

[@FreshCreativeFrog25]

Talented, handsome, humble, down to earth, respectful, classy, hard working, “earned not given,” man who loves his mom!? This guy! ❤️

[@lashirnette]

his voice is beautiful

[@destineedowney3522]

He seems to me to be a family man. There is something to being the oldest. I think it is great how well he speaks of his parents.

[@DaLane4real]

He sound like his father and have mannerisms like Denzel.

[@maxshabazz1543]

@smoothcollected Lmao that threw me off at first

[@93deadpool]

Just in his characteristics, John David shows more class that the other people on the panel. He’s not a thug/gansta wannabe. Has proper diction when he speaks and expresses honor for both his father and mother.

[@egyptianqueen4007]

You act like it's a big shock for a black man to be articulate and well mannered. Geez not every black man is a thug you ignorant pos.

[@BleedsGreen86]

I love that they keep asking about his father but he is absolutely sure to bring up and praise his mother

[@Daniellehiu]

Man, I swear I'm in love. Good looking, hard working, humble, God fearing, and articulate.

[@19832006]

How in the hell I miss this interview?

[@natashamaginley3297]

Omg. He sounds exactly like his father Denzel Washington. Amazing.

[@darkseid6089]

Natasha Maginley Of course, Denzel is his father so of course john sounds just like him.

[@dubrider]

"Why do you want to struggle so bad..." Lmao idk why that was so funny to me. (10:07)

[@MrDdocs]

Bc Charlamagne right! Lol

[@rjwoowoo1020]

+MrDdocs i think its because he knows people loves struggle they are a magnet to it they love the rags to riches story unforrtunatley he doesnt have one

[@vylerdurden2615]

scruggle lol

[@bababire]

he just want to earn whatever he will get , as his dad did.

[@jenniferbrown5640]

Because he sounds stupid and looks dumb saying it

[@keepitsimpleydb6151]

2nd time watching this...so impressd by him wanting to be independent and lifting up his Mom!

[@godcuredme8429]

She got it. He's not there to talk about his father, but dude just keeps going back to it. I bet John David wanted to smack him at least 20 times. I know I did. Damn

[@dashiet3]

He is only there right now because of your dad, so whats your point

[@GeraldHarris-cf2zh]

@@dashiet3 even if so its clear he isn't trying to take advantage of it.

[@EB-ok3io]

SMH the whole interview cuz of this but he handled himself so well.

[@StressFreeCity]

Such a well spoken brotha, growing up when I spoke like this they told me I sounded white, and that's the problem with the black community. People don't realize that when you speak properly you're taken more seriously and are more respected than when you speak broken English.

[@7Tiffany]

I actually think he has the perfect mixture of his parents voices. He has the raspy undertone from his mother. And well spoken.

[@loveleeeventplanningl.l.c.7539]

So much respect for him. “That’s disrespectful, shout out to Courtney” that’s made me so proud of his upbringing

[@gracegreen1859]

Right and I like them in Malcolm X but they both have strong healthy marriages in real life.

[@pascalinamohlotsane3441]

John is my favourite actor on ballers and I was shooooockkkedd that he is Denzel's son. you are amazing...

[@phdgirl2016]

He speaks in a way where it can be easy to miss what he's saying. But he was dropping gems - his description of the kind of partner he's looking for - "is she an artist, is she a dentist, did she graduate from college, can she read, is she educated?"

[@abluesfornina_]

you can literally see the anxiety happening when they bring up his dad.. they should've just focused on him.

[@iaintmadatcha]

Thats impossible when your dad is such a legendary figure

[@specialK312]

wow, he said when his mother and father went on their first date his mother paid for the date. I mean this says a lot about your parents, and what this tells me is that your mother had no standards and did not think about her future and your father has no shame what so ever and he is a pathetic human being but I'm glad it worked out for them, I personally could never bring myself so low to go on a date and have the woman pay that is just gross, his father is truly a ho ass nigga, I'm sorry but there is no way around it.

[@cphase28]

+specialK312 wtf you can't judge that hard you have no idea what the situation was or why it was even like that you have no basis for judgement that makes you a more ignorant person than who you are judging.

[@vswayz490]

+specialK312 Maybe a woman should take your ads on a date, so you could find something better to do than to post this non stop. Sounding like a Denzel hater.

[@bababire]

his dad is a tough critic

[@JessicaHicks]

Great interview! Love the fact that he wanted to make a name for himself on his on merits alone. Very commendable.

[@yasmine5105]

He sounds just like D.W and looks more like his mom.

[@MsVickiHoney]

He is very handsome.

[@dtpjr26]

Ur very cute!

[@MsVickiHoney]

Thank you

[@boom111ize]

LET'S RUN A TRAIN ON THIS LADY

[@uzivellidmg3132]

+Daniel MMA GOD Cormier why did u say that? lol u just had to be that dude right?

[@4569262]

+John G.K. ✊✊✊✊✊✊ salute

[@beautistry7]

He's so level-headed!!!

[@nanapearlpearl2696]

Fadeke Adepoju right

[@iaintmadatcha]

Just watched the 1st season of Ballers this guy is destined for greatness wow what an actor !

[@temsbaby2810]

this like when they interview Kelly Rowland, and keep bringing up Beyoncé lmao

[@NinaPrissyMurphy]

lmao right. Or bring Dame Dash and talk about Jay Z.

[@muhfkajones]

And that's what he didn't want lol

[@hunadimakgatho3403]

And that's exactly what he didn't want happening lol

[@Ladeine]

I can understand why he avoided the acting thing initially. It's hard to be in the shadow of the great Denzel Washington. But he is a great actor in his own right, a real star, and so humble. Really like him!

[@xG1ZZM0x]

I understand where the man coming from. He don't want to live in his dad shadow.

[@melliemel32]

Looks like his mom and sounds like his dad! He seems like a sweet guy. I can appreciate his wanting to be himself, but also glad he decided to finally do what he liked. I pray he can grow more comfortable with who his dad is because people will always compare. Unfortunately that's part of what it is. It's admirable how he reps his mom. I truly pray he has a relationship with Jesus Christ.

[@bobbyisbrown]

Shout out to this intelligent young man.... The youth need to be inspired more with men like this then Rappers and such... 🙏🏾

[@kay1kala]

Awww he's do likable! He seems like a great person, plus he would be a GREAT male best friend! (He seems like he has a great male perspective.)

[@kay1kala]

so*

[@kellykim3684]

Apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. He’s humble and handsome and obviously raised by a wonderful woman, his mom. Wow he’s attractive young man

[@joshunocinco1781]

Why Charlemagne always worried about someones sex life?

[@muhfkajones]

To get comments like this 😂

[@CoachatCole]

Creepy!

[@ladeiatriplett4195]

His questions are always a lil weird🤦🏾‍♀️

[@hiranom20]

@@ladeiatriplett4195 He's goofy.

[@sarahb6163]

@@ladeiatriplett4195 envy asked Angela bassett does she roleplay with courtney 🤢🤢

[@vonnievonshay]

🙏 Thanking God for creating this human being. Refreshing to hear an attractive, well off, talented and HUMBLE guy!!

[@bababire]

intelligent and educated black dude who reads shakespeare.

[@marywilliams5491]

Arthur Biruru tupac did too

[@etf42]

educated lame

[@meek2312]

Yaasssss ❤️

[@keashe]

I like him! I wish they stop taking about his dad

[@MrKeepitbenfrank]

he sounds like him so much yo

[@Kweation]

they asked some good questions tho. next time he come on the show theyll back off

[@specialK312]

wow, he said when his mother and father went on their first date his mother paid for the date. I mean this says a lot about your parents, and what this tells me is that your mother had no standards and did not think about her future and your father has no shame what so ever and he is a pathetic human being but I'm glad it worked out for them, I personally could never bring myself so low to go on a date and have the woman pay that is just gross, his father is truly a ho ass nigga, I'm sorry but there is no way around it.

[@sabreaj]

+specialK312 stop postin this stupid shit everywhere lol.

[@versatilemc3087]

lmbo. right

[@KelzBernard]

He's a very humble guy it seems. 👍🏾

[@nanapearlpearl2696]

Burning Hand Productions yes.

[@OjanMusic]

Seen him in Black Klansman and Ballers and he is a hell of an actor. Period.

[@ssbsts1239]

Dudes beard game is ridiculous!

[@kejuanlynette8531]

SSBSTS12 put some castor oil in yours!!

[@junaldinho100]

I’m jealous asf

[@zinitevioki9015]

Kejuan Lynette it works makes it grow thick and fast

[@ssbsts1239]

@@kejuanlynette8531 I do, it’s definitely helped. But to have a beard like JDW is 1 and a million, this mf has a hair in every follicle of his face very rare to have that. No castor oil will grow a beard like his that’s genetics!

[@johnmarlan9238]

@@junaldinho100 your jealous?

[@NinaPrissyMurphy]

You have to respect him and his desires. He aims to be independent and successful on his own. He learned it from his mom and dad, and he wants the same. He does not want to be known for someone else's success.

[@SimplyMee..228]

I like him and totally understand why he wants to make a name for himself. But this is a complex most rich kids have

[@1980starjustice]

HAHAHA😂 charlamagne asks @13:47 "Do you laugh at your fathers memes???" And his response is priceless😅😅😅😅😅😅😅 "he was in character"...."he's a method actor"......."that's that New York-THAT MOUNT VERNON BABY!!!" 😅😂😅😂😅😂😅✊👍🏿

[@Tissou89]

he's a sweetheart..

[@debrachance]

Just watched this interview after it's been up for as long as it has and the high point of it, for me, was Mr Washington checking Charlemagne for his disrespectful comment regarding Angela Bassett. Real men never seek to exalt themselves at the expense of women. No matter what the format. Kudos to Washington. Imagine that becoming the RULE and not the Exception!

[@Shae_3]

You see the difference between how respectful he is to women compared to other men who come on the show.

[@kncdco5966]

The reason his father pushes Olivia over him was something mentioned in an interview. He told Olivia she was black, dark skinned and a woman so she was going to need all the push she could get and that she really needed to know how to act and all of its technicalities...he told her to look at Viola Davis and that that should be what she should strive for.

[@jmurdaj]

Very well spoken man

[@eb-xe8zw]

because he is a Morehouse man :)

[@Urbanvizion]

He should do a movie with Oshea Jackson jr. ,that would be awesome

[@schdrickcole2560]

Much Respect and Major admiration for this young. I know your Father sees the greatness in you as well as your sister Olivia. He also sees how important it is for you to earn your own stripes. It’s motivation for you and fuel for you to keep edge. I look forward to your journey. You are anchored in the word what BLESSING!

[@mysteryof7]

An athlete who was an aspiring actor. Ballers was the perfect spot for him.

[@crazydude7156]

they saw his anxiety and attacked him. it's obvious

[@marvindube3572]

Crazydude so annoying

[@GeraldHarris-cf2zh]

Attacked is strong but Charlemagne and Envy wouldn't let it go.

[@shainissa8237]

hes such q dope actor, let the man live without asking questions aboyt his father

[@LAWLESSTHA5150]

He wants his own lane. He knows who his father is but also he wants you to know who JDW is.

[@iamashleytanique]

I had NO idea this was Denzel and Pauletta's son...so dope

[@barbarawright4717]

John David seems humble and authentic.

[@adinasims]

He's so well spoken...

[@Cece-cares]

Very noble son.. Loyal to his mom who sacrifice her career to raise him. Amen!!

[@thesummrbaby]

He so fine.....I wish him well...And plenty of future projects...His speech pattern and voice he mos def got from pops...

[@mycuprunnethoverr]

He is a GREAT young man Mr John David Washington !

[@flip334]

so who else looked up Olivia Washington?!? 🤔🤔🤔🤔

[@SyrusLang]

I've had mr robot on my amazon list for a while now. Will be watching soon for sure

[@annd6890]

Such a talented and well spoken young man. He is very handsome.

[@beg1524]

He favors his dad in so many ways

[@jerrywashington9541]

Great interview.He sounds like his father. When I was in Atlanta I did go through some of the games at Morehouse and he played very well I was real surprised. I know his father well his whole family was at the game to support him I thought that was real cool. The fact that he is come on his own is a testimony to the fact that his father wanted him to do it the right way. I'm glad you support his mom gave us info about her. I like the way he expressed admiration for her great talent now in fact that she was much more talented and successful starting out than Denzel was. Therefore we will follow John David on his own account and then we will celebrate his life as well as his mother's as well as his great father. Leave it up to The Breakfast Club to give us insightful imaginative interview this is why I watch it that's why it's so funny humorous and big shout out the shower main the God he asked a question that we all want to ask and it does a great job! Using my voice text that is Charlemagne tha God!!!

[@MaleahsDiary]

This video would have gotten way more views if it were titled "Denzel Washington's Son". I know he wants to make a name for himself. I respect how he roots for his mom. he's letting everyone know that she is talented and amazing.

[@abelin5568]

Living under that type of shadow is real and it's great to see that he's venturing out to make a name for himself.