The Untold Truth of John David Washington: Not Just 'Denzel’s Son' |⭐ OSSA

[@midnitkween8609]

He looks like Mom & sounds like Dad. Blended talent

[@brownin329]

She's an actor, too.

[@penhacarioca]

Agree with you!

[@folasupo-adesola4417]

Yep

[@onidap5732]

Agree

[@keshiahall6546]

Agreed!

[@middlepassage7023]

Malcom X was NOT Denzel's 'breakthrough' role. He already had an Oscar for Glory 3 years before. And a nomination 2 years before that for Cry Freedom.

[@middlepassage7023]

@Peaches J Right...I get them mixed up all the time. Both military movies.

[@lindsaydt66]

@Peaches J Yes. Oscar for Supporting Role in Glory.

[@TheAMW]

Yes but Malcolm X was his greatest. That was the best performance by any actor, ever, in cinematic history.

[@mybrwnisbeautifulhin1165]

I knew I wasn’t tripping!

[@empresserica]

Plus, he killed (literally and figuratively) in "A Soldiers Story"!. These random videos don't seem to do much investigation.

[@taylorstep1413]

He actually has talent. And not just hyped up because his dad is famous.

[@komrad4life]

nah we wouldn't know who he is if it's not because of Denzel

[@MarcusDobson916]

You mean Denzel son.? Never seen a movie...but his dad is dope tho.

[@pierrejecroi8801]

@@komrad4life have you seen Blackkklansman? I didn't know he was denzel's son until way after that movie and I really liked how he played the role.

[@komrad4life]

@@pierrejecroi8801 and how did he get that role?! Spike Lee (director) and Denzel are tight. Spike Lee helped launch Denzel's career. Look I'm not saying he's not talented. But there are plenty of other more talented actors out there. JDW's talent doesn't stand out compare to them.

[@mariahyohannes]

@@komrad4life All the original comment was doing was recognizing his talent. Of course Denzel is going to use his pull to get his son roles but that doesn't take away from the fact that John does take prise in honing his craft, you can tell he does take acting seriously.

[@halfghaniteevee3559]

I honestly never noticed he was Denzel's kid, I didn't even saw him in Ballers. I know him from BlackkKlansman and Tenet and he's a great actor.

[@COD73045]

Tenant was the movie he caught my eyes in

[@miyoshimoore7417]

I first saw him in Blackkklansman. He is extremely talented. He had me laughing in that movie. He is so Fly! Very handsome. Love his work.

[@Parialated]

Same I didnt know he was Denzel's son...

[@coldhardtruth333]

You didn’t see him ..

[@FLdancer00]

Same, I had no idea

[@reallife0728]

HE CREATED HIS OWN LANE,,,,EXCELLENT JOB!!!!

[@veronicac3532]

I did not know he was his son .. and I always thought he reminded me of Denzel 🤦🏻‍♀️😆

[@marcingram5998]

I don't believe he hid who his dad was. I played against him in college and his dad was on the sideline

[@MrAkaacer]

@@marcingram5998 He wouldn't hide who his dad is, he was brought up well. Did he advertise who his dad is?

[@livingwithapurpose]

He can’t be Denzel but he can be John David! Love it!

[@NicolePoliskey]

I had no idea that he was Denzel and Pauletta's son. I found his acting impressive and he is really charismatic on screen. I am happy for his success..it is just an extra positive that his parents are so respected.

[@leonalove336]

Pauletta...

[@riozic3232]

Same dude 😭❤️

[@eric-ms3pz]

Same. I'm confused when people say he's a terrible actor. Sure his delivery is a little off sometimes but he's shown some pretty incredible acting in Malcolm & Marie and Tenet.

[@ellet5693]

I saw him in Ballers and because of certain inflections in his voice, he sounds a lot like his father so I decided to look him up and it was then I realized he was Denzel's son. However, I was enjoying his acting long before realizing this.

[@reginat5943]

Absolutely, when it first aired and he appeared in the series. I was halfway watching 'Ballers' and stated to how did they tie Denzel into this along with The Rock? Turned around and it wasn't him, kmsl!

[@Mztonyg]

He would do great in Black Panther as anew member of the cast.

[@jayels3036]

I’m cool with this.

[@SupaPoopaScoopa]

oow, I think you might be onto who will be the next panther!... Tho I doubt it will appeal to him, as following in other people footsteps sounds like something he'd rather avoid. Plus he seems to choose a material that is more original in nature.

[@rlpromopics6034]

I thought the same thing.

[@1KINGLOVE1]

Genius

[@creativenicoles9586]

Yep yep!!

[@doloresboston8571]

Hope he finds a good wife. Take your time.

[@Trufe_about_Gaming]

R.I.P. to the legend Chadwick but If they did decide to recast Black Panther some day this dude would be a good choice.

[@redblondechick]

I think so. His spirit is likes Chadwicks. His humbleness shines through.

[@dannybaldwin7343]

Yes😁

[@swarthybuilds]

I just hope they don't make him do an African accent.

[@lifebot101]

@@swarthybuilds Yeah, if they can somehow make him be from America but just so happened to have Wakanda blood, that would be clean.

[@thepsalms2806]

@@swarthybuilds Chadwick killed the accent like no other

[@MentorShelly]

John David is an awesome actor in his own right....but he may look like his mother but his walk, body language and voice...is his father for sure.

[@tye958]

John David is Charismatic as well as Talented 🙌🏽🙌🏽... need not be comparison between him and his dad they're both 🔥

[@riamoreau4333]

Malcolm and Marie there acting skills unquestionable talents.

[@darkunicorn1203]

I was so annoyed by his character 😂😂😂

[@cephusakeem7141]

INDEED!

[@redblondechick]

I’ve only seen clips, it’s seem like a good movie

[@marycarr7038]

I was totally entrapped by how the two played off each other. Pure straight dialogue only, and pure talent.

[@rashaunjones1027]

He looks like his mom

[@orangenblue6981]

And sounds like his dad

[@rashaunjones1027]

@@orangenblue6981 very true

[@belindagore8125]

This young man talks just like his father. It is amazing that without a face you would sware it is Denzel talking. Hopefully, he will be as great a actor as his father.

[@anavazquez122]

Looks like his mom sounds like his dad

[@ecwh4]

Denzel was already a star before Malcolm X. Put some respect on his name!

[@anthonygordon9483]

Not really. Denzel played nothing but supporting roles under other big actors. Malcolm X was his first lead role which pushed him into more lead roles which eventually made him a A List Actor.

[@ecwh4]

@@anthonygordon9483 not true. He had already had several leading roles. Way before Malcolm x. Matter of fact he started in another spike lee movie before Malcolm X (Mo Better Blues). And besides even if that was true... Which it is not, there are plenty of famous people who play supporting roles. And he was still a well known star before Malcolm X. He had already been part of an Oscar nominated movie called Glory!

[@anthonygordon9483]

@@ecwh4 Mo Better Blues was still a supporting role along side Wesley Snipes who also shared the screen. Malcolm X was his first nomination for Best Actor whom he lost to Al Pacino in A Scent of a Women. because of white washing cause Malcolm X in my opinion was a far better movie. But for the fact that he is nominated for Best Actor put him in the spot light. If you watch his biography. He clearly says he wasnt getting the roles he wanted until Spike Lee came in the first place.

[@ecwh4]

@@anthonygordon9483 huh?! . He was definitely the lead in mo better blues. Wesley is not even really in the movie later on... You apparently have never seen it... .And all that about wanting better roles can be true and he can (was) still be famous. Before Malcolm X. Which was the original point. Go check out his filmography. Look at the roles this man had before X. He was on freaking St. Elseware, which was pretty popular. Folks already knew who he was.

[@anthonygordon9483]

@@ecwh4 I didnt say he wasn't already popular. Of course he was popular. Everybody knew who denzel was. He was in almost every Female RnB Hip Hop song's. He won best supporting Actor in Glory. But getting a Nomination for best actor push his career to a higher level I believe. He was popular in a lot of black movies but after Malcolm X he started doing bigger films with bigger A List White Actors. Which brought on the controversy of him not kissing white women in his early career cause of his large black women fan base. etc etc. One of his big lead male roles was with Julia Roberts in 1993 Pelican Brief when he refused to kiss her lol. Im just saying Malcolm X put him in that spot light.

[@kyllegiovanni6718]

John David Washington is fine AF and hope he finds a great life partner.

[@AuthorJanaeMarie]

Yessssssssssssssssssss

[@empresserica]

Indeed!

[@redblondechick]

He’s interesting that’s for sure. He looks like his Mom so much. Not bad, it just shows she was happy during pregnancy and Denzel constantly was talking to his son in the womb (His voice). The love must be breathtaking.

[@Soul_Education]

@@redblondechick Sure is a beautiful thing❤

[@pennyisaround6608]

Imo he's a really good actor. As time goes by, he will only get better. Looks like a quick-learner.

[@Vince.maldonado]

Every time he speaks I just hear Denzel

[@lindsaydt66]

Oh my goodness, he looks like his mother and sounds like his dad !

[@lisafoster3997]

I love him and I love the way he loves and respects his Mother. I would marry a man like him.

[@kylerobin6718]

Malcolm and Marie is excellent. Excellent!! Zendaya is the real deal too!

[@cjk7063]

Pauletta strong and beautiful woman. More power to Denzel Washington for sticking to his lady, his backbone till the end of times. Great man, great couple. John David is lucky and blessed to have a supportive mom like that.

[@stephaniehenry5617]

I like the fact that he said I tell my mom everything that was so sweet

[@cjk7063]

@@stephaniehenry5617 yes. She's very supportive. He also said he has dyslexia and his mom helped me with the script. His dad probably didn't believe he could be an actor because he's dyslexic. But mom believed in him and helped him achieve his dream of becoming an actor.

[@cjk7063]

@@stephaniehenry5617 His dad is a legend of course he can't say that about him. He cannot say dad didn't believe in me because I am dyslexic. He has to protect his legacy. That's why the narrator said when asked questions about his dad his answers feel rehearsed. He cannot tell the truth probably. He even said Denzel was shocked when he was nominated for the Globes. Usually people don't believe that dyslexic children can achieve much. I am sure dad didn't believe that he could be a great actor.

[@speedkiller3084]

@@cjk7063 his father was shock because he knew he always wanted to be an actor but he ran away from it because if he asked his dad to help him he would have helped him without question

[@thegamechanger-ii4dv]

This man created his own path. God bless and much success .

[@becky5937]

Didn’t recognize who he was till I heard his voice. Sounds just like his Father.

[@bobbydee30g]

There are SO MANY actors that were born into the entertainment industry. But its really gotta to be a tall order being the son of one of the most acclaimed figures in Hollywood.

[@Soul_Education]

This is why its so important to have the balance of a loving mother and strong and leading father in a home.

[@theeelevatedsongstress]

Aww that’s kind of sad that his football career didn’t work out, but maybe it was a blessing in disguise.

[@ticiao]

His dad has a mean WALK yesss

[@thesh84carol82]

OHMYGOD that walk gets me everytime & my boyfriend gets so jealous🤣🤣🤣

[@Tash_inBloom]

Yes! The walk 😍

[@drecole7306]

Ticia stop being thirsty. (YESSS)

[@belindabillingsley1719]

Seems as though he's on his way walking his own path to stardom. He's excellent being himself! Can't wait to see more of him; with his good looking "chocolate" self 😘

[@newolympiangod8134]

Just became aware of this handsome man last year. Or the year before and I'm too happy to see how come into his own. Much love and respect I hope he becomes bigger than his father. And touch more lives than his father and mother combined many blessings.

[@AFO_AnalyRics]

0:39 "...Denzel landed his breakthrough role..." Nope. I don't even think any specific movie can accurately be described as Denzel's 'breakthrough' role. Dude simply came in the game and killed sh*t evenly.

[@agentsbf969]

I agree.

[@wandabhala8516]

St. Elsewhere

[@lodisdinwiddie1509]

Oh, I just love this. Now, this is someone I can begin to really root for, and I know he's going to be very good at this in his own right.

[@NaturallyNerdeeNicol]

I have always thought he was very handsome and had talent in his own right. I first saw him on Ballers not knowing anything about his famous parents. The fluidity and range of acting talent can be viewed in Malcolm and Marie.

[@ant710]

There's no nepotism with jd hes truley talented hes ganna be the face of hollywood soon

[@India-lz5di]

He’s so gorgeous & talented...I just recently saw him in “monster” after watching tenent twice♥️ Lawd😭 such a king.

[@nicholasvictor8303]

This guy for the new Black Panther. It would be quite interesting since Denzel Washington had his hand in helping the late Chadwick Boseman become an actor.

[@jeremycamacho2964]

John David Washington, should be the next black panther..

[@woto2810]

THATS CRZY NEVER NEW THAT WAS HIS DAD NO WONDER WHY HE JUMPS OF THE SCREEN

[@silviaborges3505]

When the parents are grounded the kids also have their feet on earth with a limitless mind

[@jaydemohammadi3196]

To be honest, I had no idea he was Denzel’s son until way after I watched Black Klansman, and always thought he was amazing. He’s absolutely paved his own path. Mad respect.

[@berlynhill6179]

Great talent in his own. Humble and will go far.

[@ezmereldagerard6999]

John David Washington's is a brilliant and talented actor in his own right. People did not even know who he was and he established himself with his beautiful and brilliant multi talented Artist and Mother Pauletta

[@philipocallaghan]

Actually it was GLORY that turned Denzel into a huge star!

[@Wutstheteatoday]

He sounds just like his dad... though he may not look exactly like him, he has a lot of his dads facial mannerisms❤️

[@carirangel]

He has beautiful names from the Bible. What a great parents he has

[@chauntelle_a]

I saw him play in college his dad would stand on the field during his games. Everyone knew who his dad was and I went to a different uncut and saw them. His parents are supportive.

[@taepopswright5132]

Yep spitting image of mom. I remember when she got hit when there was a tackle in the side line. Denzel said she jumped up and started cheering. Like she had pads on or something 🤣🤣🤣 beautiful lady.

[@zhanazhana1001]

He looks this amazing in person 😂🤤 Saw him in 2016 at SoulCycle when he was just playing Ricky in Ballers. Just wanna stroke his beard and feed him fruit.

[@tonileolion9702]

Yesssssss esp@ the feed him fruit 🍉

[@zhanazhana1001]

@@tonileolion9702 you feel me sis 😩

[@tonileolion9702]

@@zhanazhana1001 ohhh 4sure lol

[@MentorShelly]

Me too 🥰🥰

[@imsosinderella5156]

I met them for Obama first inauguration in a store In Georgetown dc and he and his family was so nice!

[@HiddenWen]

He has good parents that will guide him the right way through life. You can tell he's very grounded.

[@sankofaafari4374]

He doesn’t “need” a girlfriend.

[@napomochekoane405]

this guy could really do well for Black Panther as well.

[@getoffmygrass4857]

Look what he comes from. This is what happens when incredible people get together.

[@audreyjenkins8561]

John could be the New black panther Star....good looking young man. With awesome talent.

[@solomonkamara866]

I didn't even know that he was Denzel's son. I'm about to go rewatch Tenet.

[@ac5113]

John David is a great actor and has better stage presence than his dad and a humbled spirit which I think he got from his mom. Denzel is a great actor but appeared to be to arrogant. Watching Malcolm and Marie made wonder is the story about Denzel and Pauletta in early years of their acting careers.🤔 Great movie! I can tell he has a good heart to love someone because he's careful about who he's trusting his heart with. I pray that God sends him a woman who humbly love him unconditionally. ❤🙏🏽 He's my #1 actor on the black and brown men list. I would love to see him do some Broadway shows.

[@Chutney1luv]

John David. Is an amazing actor! He let God, direct his path! He will meet, the woman who will come into his life; when the time is eight! ❤ BALLERS!

[@mariajulien-harris146]

Hes got his own talent he was amazing in malcom and marie. And hes hot as ever.

[@jenniferj6580]

They both were amazing in Malcolm and Marie.

[@deadsetanime7102]

The thing is that in the black community, Denzel Washington was popular long before he did Malcolm X. We had started taking note of him nearly a decade before he did that role. I remember watching Soldier's Story and sisters were so excited to see Denzel. They would roll on the ground for the man, "He is soooo fine!!!" they would chant and giggle. Before there was internet and social media, there were just people and word of mouth. We all knew back then that he was going to be the one.

[@TalibAlAminDhakir]

Definitely a dope actor.

[@raytttc9636]

I didn't know he was DW son until I watched Tenet and looked him up after the movie. I didn't get the feeling he was DZ son because he has his own style and that is a good thing. It was nice watching the movie and not comparing him to his dad or any character his dad played, and that was the evidence that he's his own man.

[@ThePlaybackRoom]

Makes sense, dude it’s a phenomenal actor !

[@letrice2892]

Every damn interview with him an interviewer brings up his father i get it we all do but the man has his own vision and path let him walk it with out the constant reminder of his DNA

[@susannewell5690]

He has been blessed with great genes from his talented mom and dad. Saw Black Klansman and knew who he was. Excellent performance. He speaks with such great humility just like his dad did in the beginning which shows how well he was raised by 2 wonderful parents as role models. He will achieve his goals just like his famous father who the NY TIMES calls the greatest actor of the 21st century!

[@wealthessential4515]

Don’t never run from your blood line.. embrace it!!!

[@COD73045]

He so handsome i stayed up late watching a movie he was in didn't know he was Denzel son

[@hushdrunkenmaster948]

He has talent, period.

[@wellsywells5845]

Great actor likes his father

[@zacel1999]

6:35 I really don’t believe Nolan didn’t know who Denzel is

[@bibishakikunioteko9945]

He knew, he just didn't know Denzel was John David's father.

[@bizness-as-usual-58]

For sure, John David is definitely not just Denzel's son. He is a wonderful actor in his own right. Because of his beard, I didn't see the resemblance to Denzel initially. All I saw was this new, really handsome, really good actor. By the time the movie Tenet was released, I was aware of the relationship and could see how he moves (walks) just like his father as well as the resemblance and timbre of his voice. He actually looks like both of his parents rather than looking more like one than the other.

[@neneb5232]

He sound just like Denzel and looks just like him too.

[@stephanieetienne4875]

He looks like his mom

[@neneb5232]

@@stephanieetienne4875 He looks like both parents but mostly his dad to me!

[@GR8Nina66]

I don’t see Denzel when I look at him. I didn’t even know he was Denzel’s son until a week ago, and he doesn’t look like him. I wish him well, he has a lot of talent. It’s. Ice to see this young man want to earn his own success and not just inherit money from his parents. I haven’t seen Tenant yet, but I will watch it tonight. I just bought the ultraviolet code on Vudu.

[@stephaniehenry5617]

That video that they showed Denzel Washington getting that perm in his hair from the Malcom X movie that face I thought was John David cuz he looks like his son or his son looks like him in that moment

[@treffle17]

I never knew him until I saw Tenet, I knew he was a good actor. If it wasn't for this video I would have never know.

[@KoolGeek]

I adore him as an actor and had no idea he was Denzel's son until just now haha.

[@bradtdarius]

One day, more people will learn how to table their expectations for others , and allow them to be the individuals they strive to be, rather than what they expect them to be. JD was determined not to let others put him in that box , and it's paying off. He SHOULDN'T have had to do that; he and his father are different people, and he wasn't raised to be the second coming of Denzel. Glad that more folks are realizing this, but, sad, that he had to do some things a certain way to get them...us...to realize it.

[@authenticaysia6736]

After I saw him in Blankkklansman I didn’t even pay attention to the last name or the connection. His performance was astounding ✨but real quick HE HAS HIS FATHER’s WALK 😂❤️

[@gigi-gc8gu]

Right like I saw that film in theaters and just discovered this info last week 😩

[@JoshuaDontASK]

Tenet sold me on him as an actor and changed my persecution of Paterson as well. A reminder that actors given the right source material that fits them can always thrive.

[@wandabhala8516]

Same❤

[@LuvGQ]

Had no idea he was denzels son... saw him in ballers and thought he was legit... then when I saw he landed tenet I knew he had made it... cool to know he’s denzels son but the work definitely speaks for itself. I forgot he was black klansman, that mi he was good too

[@MannyXO]

Malcom and Marie is an Awesome movie!

[@sharishamccoy9932]

That's one fine brother!❤❤

[@Smellslikewealth]

“I’m just a bachelor looking for a partner.”

[@juicesbynate]

Amen to that quote

[@singingchef23]

The black community isnt focused on coupling. The reality is, waiting for fixing your economic situation because wealth and power brings more options anyway. Men can breed later in life so there is no rush

[@tammtammlove3210]

🙄

[@therealonebrown5705]

I loved him in Malcolm and Marie

[@rogerengland2821]

I vote for him to be the Black Panther. 🗿

[@meika858]

I saw his acting before I go knew his name or even that it was tied denzel. I thought he was so fine even before I found out and so talented. He's an excellent actor

[@kingjoe_005]

Bruh is actually a really good actor!!!

[@uptownbrown3008]

He should try out for the next Black Panther!

[@truebeauty6867]

He is radiant!

[@nkreseknowledge2241]

I wish him well.....

[@ezmereldagerard6999]

Absolutely correct Denzel won 🏆 Academy 3 years before Malcolm X He was established and successful actor before Spike Lee film

[@waynebruce24893]

He's everything Jayden Smith couldn't be.

[@Thecrazynecklacelady]

I dated a guy who looks just like him!

[@MrsDGreen-ei3hv]

Lucky you! He's so fine to me.

[@mztricee30]

Correction...its Hollywood Celebrities not just Hollywood Black Celebrities.....Respect that man.

[@cjk7063]

Very handsome man. I hope he gets as big as his dad.

[@cjk7063]

Great video. Love all the info. Yes John David Washington is the leading man just like his dad.

[@just4dalaughters431]

*Rich people’s talk; I want to be my own man* *Poor people’s talk; I will be anybody, as long as it get me my money*

[@samanthatheegr8]

Everybody should want to be their own person and most ppl think like that. Rich or poor.

[@BlackRosary81]

I wish him all the best. He’s very talented.

[@derrickjohnson2531]

They both are the man's and them!