Denzel Washington and his wife Pauletta celebrated 41 years of marriage at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 10, 2024, while supporting their son Malcolm's directorial debut, 'The Piano Lesson'. Pauletta emphasized that there is 'no secret' to their successful marriage, noting it requires work and mutual love, alongside prayers for strength and forgiveness. The couple, who met on the set of Denzel's first film in 1977 and married in 1983, are proud parents of four children, all of whom contributed to the film in various capacities. Malcolm dedicated the film to his mother, highlighting the personal connection it holds for their family. Denzel expressed excitement for future collaborations with his son and praised the film's potential impact. Malcolm humorously remarked that he is still trying to discover the secret to his parents' enduring love.