John David Washington

Being able to tell people's stories - this is the most exciting job in the world to me.

I had a father who was active, present. There are people out there that never knew their fathers, didn't have their father's support. If I were to complain, that would be real sad. How dare I?

I've met Caucasians who are racist, but I've also heard black people say racist things.

I've loved acting since I can remember.

I can only control what I can, which is what I'm able to do as an artist.

A lot of NFL guys are misunderstood.

I'm still trying to find the actor I want to be, but I know what kind of the talent I want to be around.

My father taught me how to hunt.

Hate is a problem.

I love America.

I knew every one of my father's lines in 'Glory' - I broke the VHS tape - but I hid my love of acting to make it as my own man.

I got introduced to Shakespeare at four years old, and I fell in love with the language.