Denzel Washington, the award-winning actor with a decades-long career, has clarified his recent retirement comments. Set to play Macrinus in the upcoming “Gladiator II” on November 22, he told @seasonedbf that he’s not retiring but rather slowing down.
He didn’t actually say he’d go into retirement. Instead, he’ll be more selective, focusing on projects of interest and getting more involved behind the camera. His comments come after earlier remarks that led to assumptions of an imminent end to his career.
This clarification means Washington’s career isn’t over. He’ll likely be more choosy about roles, and his desire to work behind the camera could impact future projects. While it’s good news he’s not retiring soon, it does signal a change in the nature of his work, as he moves away from the action-heavy roles he’s known for.
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