Hollywood star Denzel Washington has been one of the most beloved actors of his generation, often seen as the epitome of a true movie star. Despite his immense success, Washington has always been open about his humble beginnings before rising to fame.
One such story is about his very first date with his wife Pauletta Pearson, to whom he has been married for 40 years. In an interview, the actor recalled his first-ever date with his wife, revealing that he did not have enough money to pay for the cab, prompting Pearson to cover for the ride.
Denzel Washington Recalled His First-Ever Date With His Wife
In an amusing and heartwarming revelation, renowned actor Denzel Washington, whose net worth now stands at an impressive $300 million, shared an unforgettable memory from his first date with his wife, Pauletta Pearson.
During a conversation with E! Insider at the 2019 AFI Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony, Washington humorously remarked, “She remembers our first date together,” when asked about his first date with Pauletta Pearson.
Pearson fondly recounted their first date, where she humorously noted that she ended up covering the sole expense of the evening, a cab ride to a party. “We went to a party. There was nothing to pay for after we got there,” she recalled.
The Training Day star also revealed that he grew concerned as he watched the cab meter tick upwards. “So we took a cab and I’m paying for the cab ride,” he said before adding, “But then I’m watching the meter and I’m running out of money.”
Pearson interjected with a smile, recalling the moment when Washington admitted that he did not have the money. “He turns to me and says I’ve no money,” she recalled. She promptly paid for the ride, to which Washington amusingly affirmed, “You paid the whole thing.”
Looking back on their dynamic from that first date to their 40 years of marriage, the couple harmoniously noted, “And I’ve been paying ever since.” Their ability to fondly reminisce about such moments serves as a testament to the enduring strength and mutual respect in their relationship.
Denzel Washington Expressed Heartfelt Gratitude for His Wife
In an appearance on Tom Brady’s radio show Let’s Go! with Tom Brady, Larry Fitzgerald, and Jim Gray, Denzel Washington reflected on the profound blessing of his family, particularly praising his wife, Pauletta Pearson, for her pivotal role in their lives.
He said, as per People,
I’m thankful and I have been blessed beyond measure with the greatest woman in the world, who not only is a beautiful woman and a great wife and I love her, great mother of our children, but she holds everything together.
Washington previously quipped about his successful marriage, humorously remarking, “I do what I’m told. I keep my mouth shut.” The couple has been happily married for 40 years and share four children John David, Katia, and twins Malcolm and Olivia.
