Denzel Washington speaks out on cancel culture

Asked about being canceled, he simply says: “Who cares?”

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“What does it mean — to be canceled?” Washington asked.

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“Losing public support,” the interviewer explained.

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Washington replied, “What made public support so important to begin with?”

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Promoting Highest 2 Lowest with Spike Lee, he stood firm.

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“You can’t be canceled if you haven’t signed up.”

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“I follow God, not man. Faith in God, hope in man.”

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Taraji P. Henson praised him: “HE BETTER PREACH!”

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Washington: “Awards fade, faith and purpose last forever.”

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