Will Smith apologizes for punching Chris Rock during Oscars speech
Chris Rock made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith going bald, during the Oscars. Since the end of summer 2021, Jada Pinkett Smith has been open about suffering from alopecia. When Chris Rock began his routine, Will Smith was laughing. But when Chris Rock called Jada “G.I. Jane,” she made a face of disgust. Will Smith took the stage and punched Chris Rock in the face. Rock said it was the biggest moment in the Academy’s history.
On Twitter, a lot of fans were asking what happened, or if the moment was real. Partially, the encounter looked staged. But when Will Smith returned to his seat, he was clearly cursing at Chris Rock. Will Smith had a look of anger that is nearly impossible to stage. Obviously, the Oscars went on a commercial break, after that moment. Will Smith had a huge year, in 2021, and was nominated for his work on the King Richard movie.
Nominated for ‘Best Actor,’ for King Richard, Will Smith won the award. Will Smith was beyond emotional, crying throughout his speech. Among other things, Will Smith shared wise words that Denzel Washington gave him. Will said Denzel Washington told him the devil will come for you when you’re at your highest. As Will spoke on love, he discussed the real King Richard, and thanked Venus and Serena. From there, Will Smith apologized for his moment, saying “love will make you do some crazy things.”
Will Smith apologizes for punching Chris Rock during Oscars speech
