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Denzel Washington has received two acting Academy Awards in seven nominations -- more than any other African-American actor. He also received a nomination as a producer of the 2016 drama "Fences," which he also directed. His nominated roles and movies are as follows (Oscar wins in bold):
- Stephen Biko in "Cry Freedom" (1987). Best Supporting Actor.
- Pvt. Trip in "Glory" (1989). Best Supporting Actor.
- Malcolm Little/ Malcolm X in "Malcolm X" (1992). Best Actor.
- Rubin "Hurricane" Carter in "The Hurricane" (1999). Best Actor.
- Det. Alonzo Harris in "Training Day" (2001). Best Actor.
- William "Whip" Whitaker in "Flight" (2012). Best Actor.
- Troy Maxson in "Fences" (2016). Best Actor.
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