Denzel Washington Recovers From Serious Tongue Injury Impacting Speech

The actor revealed the injury has slowed his speech and complicated his preparation for a Broadway revival of 'Othello.'

Denzel Washington disclosed on a podcast that he nearly bit his tongue off several months ago, significantly affecting his speech.
The injury has made it challenging for Washington to rehearse for his role in the upcoming Broadway production of 'Othello,' set to premiere on March 25.
Washington has not provided details about how the injury occurred or the medical treatment he received.
The 70-year-old actor noted that the incident has deepened his reliance on faith, describing it as a reason to 'pray every day.'
Washington praised his co-star Jake Gyllenhaal and the production's director Kenny Leon, highlighting their contributions to the modernized adaptation of the Shakespearean play.