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Denzel Washington Addresses Red Carpet Incident at Cannes as Schedule Clarifications Emerge

The actor's team confirms his early departure was pre-planned due to Broadway commitments, refuting speculation about a photographer confrontation being the cause.

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Denzel Washington argues with a photographer next to US singer and actor ASAP Rocky as they arrive for the screening of the film Highest 2 Lowest at the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, on May 19, 2025. (Photo by Sameer AL-DOUMY / AFP)
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Overview

  • Denzel Washington confronted a photographer on the Cannes red carpet after being touched without consent, firmly warning against further physical contact.
  • The actor’s representative clarified that Washington’s absence from the 'Highest 2 Lowest' press conference was due to pre-scheduled Broadway obligations, not the red carpet incident.
  • Washington flew back to the U.S. immediately after the Cannes premiere of his latest film, as Monday was his only available day off from performing in 'Othello' on Broadway.
  • During his brief Cannes appearance, Washington was honored with a surprise honorary Palme d’Or award for his significant contributions to cinema.
  • Spike Lee, director of 'Highest 2 Lowest,' responded to the red carpet altercation, dismissing the need for an apology regarding the incident.