Will Smith apologizes to Chris Rock for slapping him in the face at the Oscars: ‘I was wrong’ | Oscar Awards 2022

“Violence in all its forms is poisonous and destructive. My behavior at the Oscars last night was unacceptable and unforgivable. Jokes on my account are part of the job, but joking about Jada’s medical condition was too much for me and an emotional reaction.

I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris. I was out of line and I was wrong. I feel embarrassed and my actions were not indicative of the man I wanted to be. There is no place for violence in the world of love and kindness.

I would also like to apologize to the Academy, the show’s producers, everyone in attendance, and everyone watching around the world. I would like to apologize to the Williams family and the “King Richard” family. I am deeply sorry that my behavior has marred what has been a beautiful journey for all of us.

I am in progress.

will Smith slapped him in the face Chris Rock After the comedian, who presented the award for Best Documentary, made a joke about a shaven head Jada Pinkett Smith, wife of the actor (see video below).

Chris Rock He said he couldn’t wait to see Jada, who has alopecia areata, a condition that causes hair loss (Read more about it here)Starring in “GI Jane 2”. In the 1997 film, “G.I. Jane,” which was released in Brazil as “Up to the Limit of Honor,” actress Demi Moore shaved off her hair to give life to a lieutenant colonel.

The event aroused the suspicion of some of the guests, who initially laughed. When you return to your seat, will Smith He yelled, “Keep my wife’s name out of your damn mouth.”

After the award ceremony, the Los Angeles Police Department announced that Chris Rock It declined to press charges, and the academy stated that it did not support violence.

Apology at the party didn’t quote Kris

will Smith He won Best Actor for “King Richard: Raising Champions”. At the end of the acceptance speech, in which he was visibly moved, the representative apologized to the Academy and attendees, but without directly mentioning the aggression or Chris Rock. He also said that he hopes to be invited to the party again by the academy.

In “King Richard: Raising Heroes”, will Smith He plays the nickname “King” Richard, father and coach of two of the greatest tennis players in history, Venus and Serena Williams. during the speech, will Smith Quoted by Richard Williams.

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“Denzel [Washington] He told me a few minutes ago, “In your highest moments, be careful, then the devil will come for you.” I want to be a bowl of love. I want to thank Venus, Serena, and the entire Williams family for trusting me with their story.”

“That’s what I want to do. I want to be an ambassador for that kind of love, care and attention. I want to apologize to the Academy, I want to apologize to all my fellow nominees. This is a beautiful moment and I’m not crying for her winning an award.” It’s not about winning a prize for me; It is about being able to enlighten all people.”

“Art imitates life. I sound like a crazy dad, just like they said about Richard Williams. But love will make you do crazy things.”