John David Washington
John David Washington, born in 1984, is an American actor and former football player who transitioned to acting like his illustrious parents, Denzel and Pauletta Washington. His breakthrough came with HBO's Ballers in 2015, followed by a Golden Globe nomination for his portrayal in BlacKkKlansman. Impressed by his performance, Christopher Nolan cast Washington in the lead role of the cerebral thriller Tenet, solidifying his status in the industry. Since then, he has starred in Spike Lee's Malcolm & Marie, David Ayer's Amsterdam, and the enigmatic The Creator, showcasing a versatile range in contemporary cinema.
Known For
The roles that explain the career.
Filmography
11 credits across 2 departments.
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Piano Lesson | Boy Willie | Film |
| 2023 | True Love: Making The Creator | Self | Film |
| 2023 | The Creator | Joshua | Film |
| 2022 | Amsterdam | Harold Woodman | Film |
| 2021 | Malcolm & Marie | Malcolm | Film |
| 2021 | Malcolm & Marie | Producer | Film |
| 2020 | Tenet | Protagonist | Film |
| 2018 | BlacKkKlansman | Ron Stallworth | Film |
| 2018 | The Old Man & the Gun | Lt. Kelly | Film |
| 2015 | Ballers | Ricky Jerret | TV |
| 2010 | The Book of Eli | Co-Producer | Film |
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