Denzel Washington, 69, and his wife Pauletta, 73, have been married for about 40 years and have four children together.
Denzel Washington’s marriage to Pauletta Washington, 73, proves that relationships can last through tough times if both people are committed to putting in the effort, according to Hollywood marriage experts. The Washingtons have been married for about 40 years.
Pauletta Washington said in an interview at their son’s film debut at the 2024 Toronto Film Festival, “We work at it.”
Pauletta Washington shared that staying strong and forgiving each other is key to their long-lasting marriage, along with the basic love they have for one another.
The couple is often seen together publicly, like when they recently walked the red carpet to support the premiere of “The Piano Lesson,” which was directed by their youngest son, Malcolm Washington.
Relationship expert Stephanie Mintz said that putting in effort is always important, no matter how long you’ve been married, whether it’s one year or 50 years.
To keep a marriage strong, it’s important to keep communication open, maintain a deep connection, keep the passion and intimacy alive, and make sure to have fun together!
Denzel Washington, 69, has had a successful acting career for over 40 years, including winning an Academy Award for Best Actor in 2002. In 2020, The New York Times named him the greatest actor of the 21st century.
Nicole Moore, a celebrity love coach, says that for couples to stay strong, they need to work together, be completely honest, and communicate a lot about their feelings and needs.
Moore also believes that Denzel Washington’s long-lasting career in Hollywood may be partly due to his stable marriage. A successful marriage can enhance an actor’s image and boost their status. If actors seem to struggle with relationships, the public might lose trust in them. Successful marriages make actors seem more trustworthy and likable, which could lead to more roles.
Pauletta Washington told PEOPLE that she has a deep and strong bond with her husband.
Denzel and Pauletta Washington got married in June 1983 and have four children: John David, 40, Katia, 37, and twins Malcolm and Olivia, 33.
Diana Arnone, a divorce and family law attorney, said that a strong connection in a marriage comes from both people actively working on it. If they stop trying, the marriage can fall apart. Pauletta supports Denzel by attending movie premieres with him, which helps show that he is a good father and husband.
“The Piano Lesson” is a movie based on a Broadway play by August Wilson, who passed away in 2005.
The film is a family project: John David Washington has a leading role, and Katia Washington is one of the producers along with their father. The movie also features Samuel Jackson, Matrell Smith, and Erykah Badu. It’s about the Charles family and their decision about what to do with a family heirloom, a piano.
Nicole Moore, a relationship expert, says that making a marriage work with a movie star requires a lot of patience, trust, and understanding of the challenges in a Hollywood career.
At the Toronto premiere of “The Piano Lesson,” Malcolm Washington said his parents love each other, but he’s not sure what their secret is and is still trying to figure it out.
According to Stephanie Mintz, the key to their successful marriage might be ignoring the rumors and gossip from tabloids. She added that a happy marriage can lead to a more positive work environment, though crisis management companies might not be too happy about it.
