When you try to remain professional while Denzel Washington interviews you
Hey Cuties,
Last week was so epic that I had to make sure I took it all in. Don’t get me wrong. Going to the White House last month was epic, but this one was monumental and I did not see it coming. While covering the Fences movie red carpet, I interviewed Denzel Washington. {Pause for reaction} I legitimately met him and his beautiful wife face to face.
“Some people build fences to keep people out; and other people build fences to keep people in.”
Before I get off into my Denzel story, let me tell you about the event. Paramount Pictures had a special screening for the movie Fences at the National Museum of African-American History and Culture. The film was directed by Denzel Washington and is based on a screenplay by August Wilson, adapted from Wilson’s Pulitzer Prizewinning play. Fences opens nationwide on Sunday, December 25, 2016.
L to R: Russell Hornsby, Jovan Adepo, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Mykelti Williamson and Denzel Washington.
The cast members were in attendance with the exception of leading lady, Viola Davis who was filming How to Get Away with Murder.
No matter where I go and what I do, seeing my name will never get old to me. For the first time ever MimiCuteLips is listed on the Red Carpet. This is real life – my name was lusted beside the likes of Fox, CBS, AP, Washington Post and other fellow bloggers.
The cast members worked the red carpet. Unfortunately, we didn’t have enough time to interview everyone.
Denzel and his wife joked that they had adopted Jovan into their family. Jovan plays Cory (Denzel’s son in the movie). While he is fairly new to the industry, he is quickly making a name for himself.
Fan girl moment.
I think about celebrities and their personalities all the time. Denzel is as down to earth and intelligent as I imagined him to be; and I love when that happens. The Washington’s took the time to talk to every media outlet on the carpet. They were as equally engaged at the end as they were at the beginning and I respect that. They made each of us feel like we were the only media outlet present.
Sakina Ansari {Second from the left} is August Wilson’s oldest daughter. Constanza Romero was August Wilson’s wife. August Wilson died at the age of 60 in 2002.
I had a chance to chat with Mrs. August Wilson {Constanza Romero} and get her thoughts on the movie. It was an honor to chat with her and she is continuing her husband’s legacy. I asked her what she thought about her husband’s work in film. She said… “Denzel was able to explore the deeper issues within the text of the play. We see so many more things in film than we can see on the stage; and more people get to experience August’s poetry and the largeness of his ideas and his plays.”
When I asked if she had a favorite part of the film, she said. “There is a quote in the movie “I can’t give nothing more.” from Denzel’s character; in the scene you see how America has never celebrated the black contribution. It is all visual but it says so many words.” This movie is going to stir up much needed thought, emotion, conversation and action.
When I searched the #FencesMovie hashtag I saw several shots of me working the red carpet. My mustard sweater really stood out on the carpet. It is dope to see me in action.
Are you a Denzel fan? Chat with me in the comment below or FB, IG or Twitter.
Oh yes! He is GORGEOUS. There is no way I would be able to contain myself if I was even in the same room with that man.
Right Robin, he commands such attention. Even the men were like but that is Denzel Washington.
OMG when I saw your post on FB last week I immediately got excited for you!!! This was EPIC!!! I would’ve been so nervous!! And way to go with the mustard sweater!!! I have to remember when I get an opportunity like this to wear something bright (that’s a blog post…I wait to read your tips later) LOL!!
hahahahahaha I didn’t even think about being a pop of color but there was a lot of black on black on the carpet so color made it easy to find me in pictures. Thanks, my head was swimming for sure.
I LOVE Denzel Washington. After watching the video clip, I love his wife too! What an awesome couple and you did a great job when you interviewed them and I think it’s so cool that he took the time to ask about your son and gave you some advice on raising kids. Looking forward to watching the movie!
Right Alli, like how is this my life. I can’t wait to see the movie in theaters.
I don’t think I would have been able to sit still and calmly. For one, he is like a motivator because he showed the world what a little bit of faith can do. I would be too nervous and excited to even sit and chat.
Stephanie it was hard, I was bubbling over inside. He is a talented actor but he is such an amazing person.
What a wonderful opportunity to be there and experience this event. I would have been star struck, sure it is a evening to remember.
Candy I made sure I just took it all in.
Wow, that is so awesome! You have celeb pictures that I am very jealous of! I will have to check this out!
Thanks Mitch, it was memorable for sure.
What an amazing and exciting experience! That takes hard work to get to where you are!
Thanks Kita, I’m so thankful for the opportunity. It was a dream I didn’t even know I wanted.
What a fantastic opportunity! I love Denzel Washington. He is an amazing actor.
So amazing, he and his wife are a great couple.
Fences sounds like a really great movie! How cool to meet Denzel Washington. He is a great actor.
So stinking cool Pam, I still can’t believe it.
What an amazing experience to get to have!! I can’t wait to see this movie, Denzel Washington is one of my favorite actors.
It was one I will never forget. I can’t wait to see the movie as well.
Wow, that is an opportunity of a lifetime! What a great experience for you – I bet you won’t ever forget it.
It was Bella, I was gushing so hard.
Oh, wow! Lucky you! I loove Denzel as an actor. He really delivers his lines well.
Thanks Cai, he is an incredible actor.
I love Denzel as an actor his is amazing. The movie Fences I have heard only good things about and can’t wait to see it. This is something that would be amazing to do one day and the mustard sweater did stick out but looks good I believe. Thanks for sharing your experience.
The buzz about Fences has been incredible. Pack your tissues but enjoy it.
Is it even possible to stay professional!? I would have a hard time not fangirling in his presence!
Kristen, it took everything in me.
Chile… I would have just fell out on the doggone ground. I love how he was more interested in giving you parenting tips than whatever you wanted to ask LOL
Hahahahaha, I know right. He cared about me as a person. *melts*
What an amazing experience!! I love Denzel and love how he is so down to earth.
Thanks Paula, he was so down.
You are surely ending the year with a bang! I’m so excited you got to be there for this event. How cool!!
Thanks Tanya, you are killing it too.
I would’ve been so damn nervous! Amazing, Mimi!
Trust me I was yet I had an odd wave of calm come over me.
see that’s so amazing. I would not have been anywhere NEAR calm standing the close to Denzel!!
LaShawn, I felt like I was talking in circles. lol
I would have been so nervous I wouldn’t have been able to speak. He would have thought me to be rude. I love Denzel and all the movies he has made. Yes, I am jealous over here.
Hahahaha, thanks Dawn.
GIRLLLLLL!!!!! I would have passed the hell out!! Congrats Boo!! I am so excited for you. What an experience!!
Thanks Ty, I so glad I was able to capture the moment.
Ohemgee congrats, this is huge!! Denzel is my fave so I’m super jealous right now! Great post and great interview.
Thanks Ashleigh, it made my year.
Omg I wouldn’t be able to hold in my love for him lol
Right, Chante. I’m sure he is used to people being all flustered around him.
Such a dope experience! We are red carpet officials now! It’s so nice when the stars are cool and down to earth.
Yes, it is totally official. I love when they are down to earth.
LISTEN.. YOU HELD THAT MIC.. YOU KEEP THE CONVO AND HE POURED INTO AS HE ALWAYS DOES.. AND YES.. I’M YELLING AMAZING.
Diana I was like HOW DO HE KNOW MY LIFE. He had no idea that I needed to hear those words. I needed to hear those words from a man who has been down this road. I needed to know that trouble doesn’t last always. I needed to know that your kid can still turn out awesome.
That must have been such an amazing experience! I am so jealous that you got to meet and speak with Denzel – he’s one of my favorite actors!
Dana is totally was.
What an amazing experience! I can’t wait to see this movie. My husband saw the preview and said that he wasn’t sure he was ready! Great job holding it together in the presence of all that greatness 🙂
It was incredible. I can’t wait to see the movie with my family.
This is so special. I loved reading Fences, and I believe in HS I saw the play. I’d love to see this movie. Maybe one night the hubby and I can sneak in a date night.
This would be a great date night. I want to read it.
Girl your mustard sweater did stand out! Wow I am so happy for you. I just saw the screening in Atlanta the movie was amazing! Denzel came to Atlanta too but surprisingly they did not give us the same media treatment…ugh we didnt even see him he had a super private red carpet. But one day I would love to talk to Mr.Washington but honey relish in this moment! So happy you got to speak to a legend on this legendary film!
Thanks Kiwi, I soaked it all the way up. I will never forget this moment.
Wow that is amazing a big break for you and to your blog congrats. Looking forward for your future post.
It really was Farrah, thanks so much.