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Denzel Washington Weighs in on Cancel Culture Debate: “You Can’t Be Cancelled if You Haven’t Signed Up”

Denzel Washington challenged the impact of cancel culture and social media fame, stating public support is overrated and emphasizing his faith over popularity.

  • On August 17, 2025, actor Denzel Washington delivered a strong statement dismissing cancel culture during an interview with Jake's Takes.
  • Washington questioned the significance of cancel culture by asking, "What does that mean, to be cancelled?" and responding, "Who cares?"
  • He emphasized following God rather than public opinion, stating, "You can't lead and follow at the same time," and, "I have faith in God."
  • Washington asserted, "You can't be cancelled if you haven't signed up," and said he is not interested in Oscars or public approval.
  • His stance suggests focusing on faith, integrity, and self-truth instead of social media pressures or external validation.
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TrendingPolitics broke the news in on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
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