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Touching a Stranger? Denzel Washington Reminded Us Why You Shouldn't
- At the 78th Cannes Film Festival in France on May 19, 2025, Denzel Washington confronted a photographer who repeatedly grabbed his arm on the red carpet for the premiere of "Highest 2 Lowest."
- The incident occurred as the photographer tried to position Washington for photos before the press conference of the Spike Lee-directed neo-noir crime thriller, leading to a tense exchange and Washington repeatedly saying, "Stop!"
- Washington, a 70-year-old Oscar winner known for professionalism, appeared visibly upset and forcefully told the photographer, "Never put your hands on me again," while the photographer smiled off the confrontation.
- The viral footage sparked widespread discussion about personal boundaries and consent at public events, with etiquette expert Shenise Truesdell emphasizing that touching without permission crosses a clear line.
- Following the incident, Washington skipped the next day’s press conference, though his absence was reportedly planned, and the event highlighted ongoing concerns about respecting personal space in high-profile settings.
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On Monday, multi-award winning actor Denzel Washington walked the red carpet in France with his costar A$AP Rocky and director Spike Lee during the Cannes Film Festival. He was there to attend the screening of his latest film, the Spike Lee directed Highest 2 Lowest. But the two time Academy Award winner was stopped on his trek down the carpet by a handsy photographer who grabbed him at least once before Washington asked him to keep his hands…
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