Curiosidades

His mother was the first African American woman to be licensed as a barber in the state of Texas.

Was in the Air Force prior to acting. His dream was to be the second "General Washington"

Following a confrontation with fellow cast member Patrick Dempsey on the set of A Anatomia de Grey (2005), it was reported that the altercation was related to Washington's use of the epithet "faggot" towards their co-star T.R. Knight. In response to press queries about the incident, he denied that accusation in the backstage area at the 2007 Golden Globe Awards. However, Knight and other cast members later stated that he did use the word (January 2007).

In 2005, he discovered he was genetically linked to the Mende and Temne peoples of Sierra Leone and has since become one of the African nation's most visible supporters, Washington was given the title of village chief and the name Gondobay Manga II. Has also started a foundation to help build a school in Sierra Leone, and also worked to bring wells, medical supplies and foreign investment there.

Took a DNA test to determine his heritage. The results concluded that his father's side is Angolan and his mother's side is from Sierra Leone.

After leaving Howard University (Theater Arts major), he became an original member of the City Kids Repertory, a theater company that performed in schools in effort to bring relevant productions to high-risk kids.

Graduated from Willowridge High School (1981, Houston, Texas)

At one time in his life he wanted to be a professional football player.

Has two sons Isaiah, Tyme and one daughter, Iman.

Likes and follows the University of Texas Longhorns even though, ironically, he grew up in nearby Houston, but did not attend the University.

Announced his 'early retirement' from acting on 07 March, 2023, "citing an ongoing harassment campaign directed at him by members of the Left-wing cultural sphere.".

Endorsed Green Party candidate Jill Stein in the 2016 US Presidential election.