Date of Birth: July 28, 1984
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
John David Washington is an American actor and former professional football player. Born on July 28, 1984, in Los Angeles, California, he is the son of acclaimed actor Denzel Washington and actress/musician Pauletta Washington. John David began his career in entertainment after a brief stint in professional football. He attended Campbell Hall School in Los Angeles and later Morehouse College, where he became a standout football player. Despite facing injuries, he played as a running back for the United Football League’s Sacramento Mountain Lions. Transitioning to acting, Washington’s breakout role came in 2015 when he was cast as Ricky Jerret in the HBO series “Ballers.” He gained further recognition for his role in Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman” (2018), for which he received critical acclaim and several award nominations. His performance in Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet” (2020) solidified his status as a leading man in Hollywood. John David Washington continues to build an impressive filmography, balancing action-packed roles with more dramatic performances.
5 Interesting Facts about John David Washington
1. John David Washington was a professional football player before transitioning to acting.
2. He graduated from Morehouse College with a degree in Sociology.
3. His breakout role was as Ricky Jerret in the HBO series “Ballers.”
4. Washington received a Golden Globe nomination for his performance in “BlacKkKlansman.”
5. He is the son of legendary actor Denzel Washington and actress/musician Pauletta Washington.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from John David Washington
1. “It’s about what you do, not what you say.”
2. “I believe in preparation, but I also believe in being open to the magic that happens when you’re on set.”
3. “I want to be a part of stories that make a difference.”
4. “Acting was always in my blood, but I had to find my own path to it.”
5. “I’m grateful for every opportunity I get to tell a story.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
John David Washington’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $6 million.
Children
As of now, John David Washington does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [John David Washington – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0913475/
2. [John David Washington – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_David_Washington
3. [John David Washington on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/johndavidwashington/
4. [John David Washington Interview on “BlacKkKlansman”](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pd4G7Kj0eo
5. [Profile of John David Washington on NFL.com](https://www.nfl.com/players/john-david-washington/
