Whew! If there’s one thing Denzel Washington gon’ do, it’s leave with something! And, he proved just that during a now-viral moment while promoting his new film ‘Highest 2 Lowest’ with A$AP Rocky. But baby, it wasn’t the plot twist from the movie that gagged us — it was the one happening right in front of the cameras!
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When Denzel Said He Was Leavin’ With Sumn, He Meant It
During a sit-down press interview with director, Spike Lee, and co-star, A$AP Rocky, Denzel casually reached over and stole the watch clean off Rocky’s left wrist — all while Rocky was mid-sentence. The internet is calling it “the smoothest robbery in Hollywood history,” and honestly? They might be right. Denzel didn’t miss a beat, flashing his iconic grin as Spike tried to keep the interview on track. Rocky looked down a second later, realized what had happened, and just laughed like he knew better than to challenge a legend.
“Yo, I’m getting robbed by Denzel right now! It [will] look better on you anyway, OG,” Rocky joked as Denzel fitted the watch on himself.
The Comment Section’s In Shambles
As soon as the clip dropped, folks sprinted to The Shade Room comment section like it was a Beyoncé ticket drop, flooding it with “He did say he was leavin’ with sumn!” reminders and love for the unexpected heist. Fans are pointing out how you can tell Denzel genuinely rocks with A$AP — and honestly, the way people are volunteering to get “robbed” by OG Denzel next, has us howling.
One Instagram user @milomanas said, “He did say he’s leaving with something ”
And, Instagram user @callhimlegend added, “You can tell Rocky is enjoying every moment of working with a Legend like Denzel. I love it.“
This, Instagram user @iam_karida wrote, “That was a smooth heist he just kept talking and smiling ”
While, Instagram user @genesiii shared, “Lol its actually an honor to get robbed by Denzel ”
Then, Instagram user @royalleo_nika said, “How ASAP handled that say a lot about his character. I love to see it!“
Lastly, Instagram user @gullaheatschs commented, “You can tell he really likes ASAP”
Denzel Reminded Folks He’s BEEN About That Life
Roommates, don’t let the Hollywood smile fool you — Denzel Washington is not the one to play with, and he reminded everybody of that real quick on the Cannes red carpet. While vibing with A$AP Rocky and Spike Lee at the premiere of ‘Highest 2 Lowest,’ everything was smooth… until one bold photographer allegedly grabbed Denzel’s arm to take a picture.
That’s when the energy shifted fast. The two-time Oscar winner turned serious and, in a now-viral clip, can be seen stepping up and appearing to say, “Never put your hands on me again.” Whew! Denzel didn’t raise his voice — but that calm tone? Yeah, it spoke volumes. One thing about him: he’s been a legend, a gentleman, and about that life.
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