Who is Denzel Washington’s wife, Pauletta?

Denzel Washington has been married to his wife since 1983

TWO-TIME Oscar winner Denzel Washington is married to a very successful actress.

His wife is Pauletta Washington who, like her husband, is a well-known actress in Hollywood.

Denzel Washington and Pauletta met in the 1970s

Who is Denzel Washington's wife Pauletta?

Pauletta Washington is an American actress born on September 28, 1950.

The couple met on the set of the television film Wilma in 1977 and got married shortly after.

She is best known for her roles in Philadelphia, Antwone Fisher, and Steps.

She is the sister of actress Rita Pearson, who has also starred in films with Denzel Washington.

in 2013 that he proposed more than once because Pauletta turned him down a few times.

"Why was it twice? Why would I have to ask again?" Denzel said to Pauletta.

"Because I said no!" Pauletta replied.

"You heard it here first!" Denzel joked.

"She turned me down, she said no, and since it was three times, that means she turned me down twice."

They renewed their vows in 1995 in South Africa in a ceremony officiated by cleric Desmond Tutu.

The couple has four children: John David, Katia, and twins Olivia and Malcolm.