I’m very confident in who Pauletta is. My mother raised me to know my worth, and Denzel married me for who I truly am. I don’t deny that Denzel Washington married Pauletta for who she is. But does he also love that she looks the other way every time he’s confronted with a cheating allegation? Because there have been quite a few incidents. And let me tell you, get ready for the drama that is Denzel Washington. You might need something stronger than tea for this one.
The cheating rumors about Denzel go all the way back to the ’90s, but they really blew up in 2003. That’s when reports came out that he had an affair with his “Out of Time” co-star Sanaa Lathan. The story was that Sanaa’s phone accidentally butt-dialed someone while she was in a limo with Denzel, leaving a voicemail about three minutes long. There were even rumors that she got pregnant by Denzel but chose to terminate the pregnancy, allegedly. It was also said that Denzel was telling Sanaa he’d leave Pauletta and they’d become a new power couple. Both Denzel and Sanaa denied the affair, but everyone knows Sanaa isn’t the only woman Denzel has been linked to outside of his marriage, right?
After doing some digging, I was shocked to uncover more stories than I could have ever imagined. For instance, did you know that Eva Mendes was allegedly involved with Denzel Washington? Rumor has it that when she found out about his relationship with Sanaa Lathan, she ended things. In 2007, there was another report claiming Denzel was spotted in Vegas at an after-party for the Mayweather-De La Hoya fight with a young hostess. According to a source, he left the party with the aspiring actress, and they spent the night together at the private mansion where the party was held.
And that’s just the beginning, so get comfortable because there’s a lot more. Someone mentioned seeing Denzel several times at Firefly in Studio City. Allegedly, he had a house nearby in the hills. The three times this person saw him, Denzel was sitting way in the back in the outdoor seating area, each time accompanied by three young white women. According to this observer, the women were gazing at him in awe, like he was a king.
There have been whispers and tales circulating about Denzel Washington’s alleged infidelity. One person recounted an incident from five to seven years ago when her husband’s friend, at a Lakers game, overheard Denzel making disparaging remarks about white women. Another story came from a woman who frequented the same salon as Denzel’s wife, Pauletta, claiming that Pauletta was well aware of Denzel’s extramarital activities. Then there was the occasion when Denzel’s daughter, Olivia, reportedly vented her frustrations during a hair appointment, suggesting that her father wasn’t the saint people believed him to be, despite the accolades he received.
However, the most scandalous episode unfolded in 2013 when a cheating scandal involving Denzel rocked the internet. Reports and alleged photos depicted Denzel cozying up to a young woman on a couch, culminating in a kiss. This scandal supposedly prompted Pauletta to temporarily relocate to New York, while Denzel remained in Los Angeles. Despite the uproar, Denzel managed to smooth things over with Pauletta. There were even murmurs about a potential divorce, but Denzel’s persuasive charm apparently dissuaded Pauletta from taking any drastic steps. According to a source, “Denzel has always been able to talk his way out of trouble. When confronted, he denied any wrongdoing.” Curiously, the incriminating photos never surfaced online, fueling speculation that someone may have paid a hefty sum to keep them from public view.
Just so you know, when those cheating rumors started circulating, Pauletta opened up in an interview with Ebony, saying, “I live with this man. I see the ups and downs, the good and the bad. I know he finds stability in me as his wife. That’s what gives him strength, even if he doesn’t always use it right. I can’t focus on that, but I do believe it gives him a solid foundation to thrive.” Those words definitely make it seem like she was aware of what was going on.
But the drama didn’t end there. About a year later, Denzel found himself at the center of yet another cheating allegation, this time involving Paula Patton. Denzel and Paula had worked together back in 2006, but rumors started swirling during their collaboration on “Two Guns” suggesting there was more to their relationship than just professionalism. And when Paula Patton’s split from Robin Thicke hit the headlines, Denzel apparently saw it as his chance to reach out to her. Over the years, people have noticed that Denzel and Pauletta seem to have different takes on their relationship. It’s unclear whether it’s just a result of getting older or something else entirely, but let’s rewind and explore how their story began.
Denzel and Pauletta both reminisce about their first encounter, which they agree took place on the set of the 1977 TV movie “Wilma.” However, the sparks didn’t fly right away. Denzel recalls, “The first movie I ever did, a TV movie, was about Wilma Rudolph, and I played Wilma Rudolph’s boyfriend, who became her husband, and Pauletta was one of the track stars.” Despite crossing paths, they didn’t formally meet until months later, leading to some confusion in their recollections.
According to Pauletta, their first real meeting was marked by something special. A mutual friend threw a party where Denzel and his friends arrived towards the end. It was there that they were reintroduced. The very next night, Pauletta found herself at a play, arriving late and slipping into a seat without paying much attention. Coincidentally, at intermission, she found herself seated right next to Denzel.
However, Denzel’s perspective suggests a different story. He hints that Pauletta might have decided to attend the play after overhearing his plans to go there at the party. “At that party, I talked about going to see a play. I went to see the play, and at intermission, the lights came up, and she was sitting there.” While Pauletta insists it was all coincidence, Denzel seems to imply it was a setup.
There’s quite a bit of confusion surrounding the details of Denzel and Pauletta’s first date. Denzel claimed on Jimmy Kimmel’s talk show that he was the one who paid for it all, contradicting Pauletta’s version of events. She, however, sticks to her story, insisting that she covered the cab fare and pointing out that since they ended up at a party, there wasn’t much else to pay for.
And then there’s the disagreement about the number of times Denzel proposed. He says it was only twice, while Pauletta maintains it was three times before she said yes. It’s odd how such significant moments in their lives could be remembered so differently.
Amidst all this, there are rumors swirling about Denzel’s fidelity and whether he might have fathered children outside of their marriage. Allegedly, there’s one such child whose identity remains undisclosed.
Further rumors suggest that Denzel has a penchant for younger women, even in his later years. While these stories are unverified, they do raise questions about the dynamics of Denzel and Pauletta’s relationship. Is there more to it than meets the eye? Are financial considerations or perhaps an open arrangement at play here? The speculation is rampant, and it’s certainly worth discussing. What are your thoughts on the matter? Feel free to share them in the comments below.
