Legendary actor, director, and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington has been selected as a recipient of the Presidential Medal Of Freedom. Established by President John F Kennedy in 1963, the Presidential Medal Of Freedom is awarded to civilians who have made significant contributions to America's national security, world peace, and cultural development in both the public and private spheres. Recipients of the award are chosen by the President Of The United States.
SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY Washington is one of the most prominent and respected actors in the film industry. With a career spanning over five decades, Washington has turned in several memorable performances in films such as Malcolm X, Remember The Titans, Training Day, American Gangster, and most recently, The Tragedy Of Macbeth.
"President Biden has long said that America can be defined by one word: possibilities. These seventeen Americans demonstrate the power of possibilities and embody the soul of the nation – hard work, perseverance, and faith.
Washington holds the distinct position of being the only actor/entertainer to receive the award this year, which is a true credit to the actor's contribution and impact on American film and culture. Other recipients include gymnast Simon Biles, congresswoman Gabby Gifford, Olympic gold medalist Megan Rapinoeis and the late Steve Jobs, co-founder/chair of Apple. Washington is being celebrated for his contributions to the film industry and his non-profit work.
Washington's work with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America is only the tip of the iceberg, and his charitable spirit extended to the late actor and Oscar winner Chadwick Boseman. In 1998 Boseman was accepted into the British American Drama Academy's Midsummer program, but was unable to afford the tuition. Actor Phylicia Rashad who was Boseman's mentor at Howard University, reached out to Washington, who generously agreed to pay for Boseman's tuition.
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