Denzel Washington, 68, puts his arm around wife of 40 years Pauletta Pearson, 72, during a romantic Italian vacation in rainy Portofino

Denzel Washington and his wife of 40 years, Pauletta, were spotted in Portofino on Wednesday afternoon.

Denzel Washington, 68, puts his arm around wife of 40 years Pauletta Pearson,  72, during a romantic Italian vacation in rainy Portofino | Daily Mail  Online

The 68-year-old actor and his spouse, 72, appeared to be enjoying their Italian getaway as they took in the vacation destination’s sights.

The performer, whose newest film had a successful Labor Day weekend, and his wife were also assisted by several of their fans after they were caught in a sudden downpour.  Washington wore an all-black outfit that included a zip-up Nike sweater that was worn on top of a t-shirt.

The Academy Award-winning actor completed his look with slim-fitting pants, athletic shoes and a cap.

Vacation: Denzel Washington and his wife, Pauletta, were spotted in Portofino on Wednesday afternoon

Vacation: Denzel Washington and his wife, Pauletta, were spotted in Portofino on Wednesday afternoon

Pearson opted for a nearly all-white look that included a flowing sweater that was worn on top of jeans and sneakers.

A little help: The performer and his wife were also assisted by several of their fans after they were caught in a sudden downpour

A little help: The performer and his wife were also assisted by several of their fans after they were caught in a sudden downpour

Denzel Washington and wife of 29 years Pauletta look as in love as ever on  holiday in Italy | Daily Mail Online