By The Daily Caller (Opinion) | Created at 2024-11-14 16:54:18 | Updated at 2024-11-22 21:16:03
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November 14, 2024 11:31 AM ET
Legendary actor Denzel Washington fumbled in his attempt to shake hands with King Charles III at the “Gladiator II” premiere in London on Wednesday.
He asked Washington about Macrinus, his character in “Gladiator II.”
“I’m, just an awful … I’m a lovely man you’ll see,” Washington said sarcastically. “I’m a lovely chap.”
PARIS, FRANCE – NOVEMBER 10: Denzel Washington attends the “Gladiator II” Premiere at Pathe Palace on November 10, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Antoine Flament/WireImage) Getty Images
At this point, Washington had missed his chance and King Charles had already begun moving past him toward Pedro Pascal. The actor then regained his composure and tried to salvage the moment by getting a few words in.
King Charles, offering a compliment, said, “You’ve been in so many films, it’s fantastic.” Washington responded with a few thank-you’s before the exchange ended. (RELATED: Denzel Washington Teases Role In Next ‘Black Panther’ Movie)
