The fallout from Will Smith’s slapping of Chris Rock continues to obsess the internet. The Oscars 2022 gala, held in Los Angeles, will forever be remembered for the actor’s assault on comedian, due to a joke Rock had made about Jada Pinkett Smith’s alopecia.
The images went viral immediately and Will Smith, on collecting his ‘Best Actor’ award, took to the stage and explained his actions. Chris Rock, for his part, decided not to file a police report, leaving it at that. The issue seems to have been settled between the two characters, but subsequent reports and events revive the incident almost daily.
Two causes to explain the appearance of the police
Espejo Publico this morning reported the presence of US police at Will Smith’s home. The reason for the visit is not known, but there appears to be two main possibilities: A visit by the police in relation to the assault on Chris Rock; and the unauthorised flight of a drone over his house.
The contributors on the set of Espejo Publico gave their opinion on what happened at the gala, with Fran Rivera’s point of view being the most supported by all.
“Humour is all very well, but we can never lose respect,” said the bullfighter.
Chris Rock’s comment to Jada Pinkett Smith
In the middle of the monologue, the comedian said to Jada: “Jada, I love you. I can’t wait to see you in GI Jane 2′”, because of the actress’ current baldness and the character’s shaved hair in the film. That’s when Will Smith, after initially laughing, decided to stand up and punch Rock.
Will Smith’s apology
The actor apologised to Chris Rock in an Instagram post almost 20 hours after the incident took place: “My behaviour at the Oscars was unacceptable and inexcusable. I would like to publicly apologise to you, Chris. I was out of line and I was wrong. But a joke about Jada’s medical condition was too much for me and I reacted emotionally.”
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