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Denzel Washington on ‘Gladiator II’ Gay Kiss That Was Cut: ‘Wasn’t a Big Deal’ (Exclusive)

Denzel Washington had wife Pauletta by his side as at the L.A. premiere of “Gladiator II,” where they spoke to “Extra’s” Melvin Robert. As for why he wanted to do the project, Denzel said the answer was simple – Ridley Scott asked him! He also reacted to Oscar buzz and all the headlines about a same-sex kiss he did while filming a scene that ultimately got cut. Plus, he talked about getting ready to play Othello on Broadway, a role he first did as a student at Fordham University. “Gladiator II” is out November 22.

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