Nearly 35 years after his first Oscar win,Denzel Washingtonisnt in it for the trophies.

Are you kidding me?

Oh, Im so upset, he joked toThe New York Timesabout being snubbed.

Denzel Washington in ‘Gladiator II’

Denzel Washington in ‘Gladiator II’Getty Images

Im happy for all that did, and Im happy with what Im doing.

Ive got I dont wanna say other fish to fry, but theres a reality at this age.

The beginning of wisdom is understanding.

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LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 13: Denzel Washington attends “Gladiator II” The Royal Film Performance and Global Premiere at Leicester Square on November 13, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Samir Hussein/WireImage)

Im getting wiser, working on talking less and learning to understand more and thats exciting, added Washington.

Meanwhile, hisGladiator IIperformance earned him a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor Motion Picture.

Im in the gym now.

I looked at a photograph of myself at an Academy Awards, and I was 250 pounds.

Those days are over.

Im on my way to 180, and Ill be ready for myHannibalfitting.

Im not where I want to be, but I aint where I was.