Denzel Washington's Tongue Injury Affects Broadway Role

Denzel Washington, an acclaimed actor and two-time Oscar winner, recently revealed that he is dealing with a severe tongue injury that occurred a few months ago when he nearly bit his tongue off. This injury has affected his speech and is proving challenging as he prepares for his role as Othello on Broadway, opposite Jake Gyllenhaal. Despite the difficulty, Washington uses this incident as a moment of spiritual reflection, crediting his faith in God for the accident not being worse. He has not provided specific details on the cause of the injury or the medical treatment received. Washington also addressed his recent lack of an Academy Award nomination for Gladiator II, expressing no bitterness and emphasizing that his work is viewed through a spiritual lens. The star maintains a positive outlook, focusing on the themes of the play and the guidance of director Kenny Leon.