Denzel Washington Was Strict about Raising Kids to Become ‘Good People’: His Smiling Daughter Appears in Public

• Denzel Washington was a strict father who raised his kids to be good and generous.
• Denzel credits his wife, Pauletta Washington, for doing all the hard work raising their kids.
• Fans were amazed by how beautiful Denzel's daughter, Olivia Washington, looked.

Denzel Washington has been married to Pauletta Washington since 1983, and they share four kids. They welcomed John David Washington in 1984, Katia Washington in 1987, and their twins Malcolm Washington and Olivia Washington in 1991.

Over the years, Denzel and his kids have graced red-carpet events and always have wide smiles on their faces. Judging from how happy the kids always look in their parents' presence, it seems pretty clear they feel blessed for having a doting dad and an amazing mother.

And the feeling is mutual as the "The Equalizer" actor only has positive things to say about his kids. Denzel said from the moment he became a dad, he taught his kids humility and kindness. He taught them to be grateful for everything they have as much as his Hollywood career gave them a more lavish life than most kids.

The actor said that as much as his kids weren't perfect, they were "good people" and generous to all. However, Denzel doesn't credit himself for his kids' great traits. He said his wife instilled in them these positive attributes.

Pauletta, who is an accomplished actor, pianist, and vocalist, turned the house she, her husband, and kids live in into a home. The mom of four took a step back from acting when she became pregnant.

He added that talent was a team sport in his house, as his kids were talented.

Pauletta said it was her choice to stay back and create a home, adding that she was happy with her decision. Denzel commended his wife for protecting, sacrificing, and doing all the heavy lifting when it came to their kids.

Still, the movie star admitted that it took a lot of hard work and commitment to raise their children. Denzel and his wife gave their kids a spiritual foundation, which helped them be who they are today. The actor's eldest son, John, once told him that he used to think he was strict, but now he appreciates how his dad raised them.

Denzel and Pauletta, who is also a philanthropist, taught their kids values they got from their parents, such as the importance of church, school, volunteering, and helping others. All of the actor's kids have gone to college and have achieved several feats. John is a professional footballer, and Katia graduated from Yale Law School.

Katia is now a producer known for "Malcolm & Marie and Assassination Nation." Malcolm is also a producer and director, while his twin sister Olivia is an actress.

How Does Denzel's Daughter Olivia Look?

On June 12, 2023, Olivia attended the premiere and after party of Prime Video's "I'm A Virgo," which she stars in at Harmony Gold in Los Angeles, California. The actress looked stunning in black bob box braids.

Olivia had a huge, beautiful smile on her face that fans said was similar to Denzel's. "She looks so much like her dad, that smile, that facial expression," a fan said. More fans called Denzel's daughter gorgeous and noted that "she has her dad's smile."

Other fans congratulated Olivia for the premiere even after Denzel previously admitted that his daughter was a very good young actress. He added that talent was a team sport in his house, as his kids were talented.

Denzel, who is a great actor and has a Tony and Oscar award, said he was happy that he had raised his kids well and now he can live through them. The actor added that he wasn't working hard to win movie awards because he'd rather leave this world as a successful father than a successful actor.

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