Both actors were in their 40s at the time. Denzel Washington offers a quite different Othello by the simple fact that the actor is 70 years old. His Othello is definitely not middle-aged. Washington's Othello is old,

Denzel Washington, renowned for his film work, is immersing himself in the role of Othello on Broadway, highlighting his passion for theater over Hollywood. Reflecting on his roots and acting journey,

An “Othello” revival, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, has made history. The production at the Barrymore Theatre is now Broadway’s top-grossing play of all time, generating $2.8 million with eight preview performances.