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In a shocking moment at the Oscars, Will Smith delivered a slap heard around the world when he struck comedian Chris Rock onstage. The incident occurred in 2022, but it resurfaced in the news recently due to the release of Chris Rock’s Netflix special, titled “Chris Rock: Selective Outrage.” The special reignited the controversy surrounding the slap, causing Smith to feel embarrassed and hurt by Rock’s comments.
During the 2022 Oscars, Rock made a joke about Will Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, which led to Smith’s outburst. The actor later apologized privately to Rock, but the incident resulted in consequences for Smith. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences banned him from official events, including the Oscars, for 10 years.
Rock’s Netflix special not only addressed the incident but also took multiple jabs at Smith and his family. Smith, who chose not to watch the special, learned about the comments through others. He feels that the airing of the special was a distasteful move by Netflix.
Despite the controversy, Smith hopes that Rock will let go of the issue and move on. He apologized to the comedian, but it seems that tensions between the two still remain.
In response to the incident, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the formation of a special “crisis team” to prevent similar incidents at future ceremonies. This year’s host, Jimmy Kimmel, also vowed to intervene if any violent or disruptive behavior occurs during the Oscars.
The slap incident and its aftermath have caused public debates about Selective Outrage and the boundaries of comedic roasting. While Smith’s slap was a moment of heated emotions, it continues to be a topic of discussion in 2023, reminding everyone of the unexpected events that can unfold on Hollywood’s biggest stage.
Will Smith’s resignation from the Academy and the ban imposed on him underscore the serious nature of the incident. As time goes on, it remains to be seen whether Smith and Rock will be able to reconcile and put the slap behind them.
