In response, Whitaker said that his understanding of a “Hollywood actor” is someone who’s had “great success on film.” However, this only prompted Denzel to further dispute the claim, setting the record straight about his career journey.

Denzel Washington said that he doesn’t consider himself a “Hollywood actor” during his March 23 appearance on “CBS Sunday Morning.” What’s the definition of a Hollywood actor?” Washington asked during the interview. “Myself, I’m from Mt. Vernon, so I’m a ‘Mt. Vernon actor. I don’t know what ‘Hollywood’ means.”

Denzel Washington is considering adapting another Shakespearean story into a movie, based on an update involving the actor's new show.

Kenny Leon, who directs Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal in the history-making Broadway, teased that a movie version may be in development.

The play starring Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal officially opened Sunday at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre and marks the third project Washington and Leon have collaborated on.