Denze Washington is an American actor and director. He has garnered much critical acclaim for his work in film since the 1990s, including for his portrayals of real-life figures, such as Steve Biko, Malcolm X, Rubin "Hurricane" Carter, Melvin B. Tolson, Frank Lucas and Herman Boone.

Washington has been awarded three Golden Globe awards and two Academy Awards for his work. He is notable as the second African American man (after Sidney Poitier) to win the Academy Award for Best Actor, which he received for his role in the 2001 film Training Day.

Born December 28, 1954 his primary personality traits are represented by the Chinese Zodiac elemental animal sign, the Wood Horse. What a great combination; the mellow Wood Horse makes the ideal camping buddy or party date. The Horse is perhaps the most independent sign, but the Wood element helps him be a cooperative and understanding partner. His mellowness also makes him less restless and more likely to stick with a project or even a love interest. When it comes to new experiences and the arts, however, he can be quite unconventional.