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Denzel Washington Halts Pushy Photographer at Cannes Red Carpet

At the premiere of Highest 2 Lowest, Washington’s quick rebuke of a handsy photographer underscored rising calls for stricter Cannes red-carpet protocols—even as he capped the night with a surprise honorary Palme d’Or.

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At the May 19 premiere of Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest at Cannes, Denzel Washington rebuked a photographer who grabbed his arm on the red carpet, shouting “Stop!” before continuing down the line of cameras. Despite the tense moment, the evening ended on a high note when Washington was presented with a surprise honorary Palme d’Or for his four-decade career.

Festival officials and industry insiders note that red-carpet protocol has grown stricter in recent years, as stars and photographers navigate crowded walkways and tight schedules. Photographers’ unions stress the importance of respecting personal space—especially when dealing with screen legends like Washington—and festival organizers are weighing further guidelines to ensure both safety and spectacle at future events.

Denzel Washington confronted a photographer by the Cannes red carpet on May 19, telling him to “Stop!” after the shooter grabbed his arm during the world premiere of Highest 2 Lowest . The actor, 70, appeared alongside director Spike Lee and co-star A$AP Rocky when the photographer reached out to secure a shot, prompting Washington to turn, push the hand away and firmly rebuke him before walking on.

Eyewitness video shows Washington standing before a wall of cameras when a photographer lunged to tap his arm. According to People, Washington initially warned the photographer once, then twice, as the man persisted. When the photographer laughed and grabbed him again, Washington pulled free, pointed his finger, and repeated, “Stop it! Stop it!”. Though the exchange lasted only seconds, it quickly went viral across social platforms, underscoring the tension inherent in high-stakes photo ops.

Washington’s publicist later described the night as “great,” noting that the brief flare-up did not overshadow the celebration around the film’s premiere. Festival-goers reported mixed reactions: some applauded Washington’s assertion of personal space; others questioned whether tighter protocols were needed for red-carpet proceedings.

Moments after the incident, Cannes Festival director Thierry Frémaux surprised Washington with an honorary Palme d’Or, marking only the 22nd time the festival has bestowed the distinction. Frémaux praised Washington’s body of work—citing roles from Malcolm X to Training Day—and acknowledged Spike Lee’s role in arranging the tribute. In his acceptance speech, Washington reflected on the privilege of storytelling and thanked the festival and his peers for their support.

In recent years, Cannes organizers have tightened red-carpet rules to manage overcrowding and uphold “decency” in dress and behavior — measures that include designated photographer pits and clear signage on where talent may step. Yet crowded conditions persist: photographers jostle for the best angles, while stars navigate narrow walkways in elaborate attire. Security experts warn that overzealous crowding can lead to accidents or confrontations, and photojournalist unions urge respect for personal boundaries, especially when capturing high-profile talent.

Industry veteran and former Getty Images photographer Maria Lopez notes, “Even in a controlled environment, adrenaline and camera chase can push people past polite limits. Clearer lanes and enforced ‘no-touch’ zones help reduce friction.”

Highest 2 Lowest reunites Washington and Spike Lee for their fifth collaboration—after Mo’ Better Blues, Malcolm X, He Got Game and Inside Man—reimagining Akira Kurosawa’s 1963 thriller High and Low in modern New York. A24 will release the film in U.S. theaters on August 22, with a September 5 debut on Apple TV+. Washington’s presence at Cannes juxtaposed his Broadway commitments, highlighting his ongoing dual career on stage and screen.

Social-media commentary split between admiration for Washington’s professionalism and calls for better photographer training. The International Federation of Journalists recommends annual red-carpet workshops on etiquette and equipment handling to prevent such incidents. Meanwhile, fan-shot videos on TikTok and Twitter amassed millions of views, with many praising Washington’s calm yet assertive boundary-setting.

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