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The ugly incident between Chris Rock and Will Smith has received several reactions from many people, including the victim. Will Smith released an apology video to Chris Rock yesterday. In the almost six-minute video, Will took time to apologize to everyone affected by the incident, including the comedian’s mom and other family members. Chris Rock replies to Will Smith’s apology jokingly and indirectly while on stage in Atlanta.
Will Smith’s Apologizes After Months
Will, in his apology, stated that he had tried to reach Chris on some occasions. However, Will Smith got a reply that the stand-up comedian/actor was not ready to talk. Will got outraged during the Oscars when the comedian commented on his wife’s appearance and hairstyle. Jada Pinkett, Will’s wife, reportedly has alopecia hence the hairstyle.
Will, 53, currently facing a 10-year ban from the Oscars, has admitted that his actions were wrong. In Will’s apology, he stated:
“I’ve reached out to Chris and the message that came back is that he’s not ready to talk and when he is, he will reach out so I will say to you Chris, I apologise to you. My behaviour was unacceptable and I’m here whenever you’re ready to talk.”
Will admitted that he couldn’t apologize to Chris at the 2022 Oscars because he was ‘fogged out.’ Another contributing factor to the ‘delayed’ apology was that Will took some months away from the media to work on himself.
Chris Rock Replies Will Smith’s Apology Indirectly
The 1965-born comic replied indirectly to Will Smith’s apology some hours after it was circulated. The comedian onstage in Atlanta on Friday made jokes about the 2022 Oscars Award unforgettable moment between him and Will. He joked:
“If everybody claims to be a victim, then nobody will hear the real victims,” Rock said. “Even me getting smacked by Suge Smith … I went to work the next day, I got kids.”
Part of Chris Rock’s indirect replies to Will Smith’s apology was that anybody who says words hurt has never been punched in the face. Rock has not directly addressed the incident and apology by Will.
One could tell that Will was quite remorseful in his apology. But it takes great courage to forgive, and that’s what fans are expecting from Chris. Hopefully, Chris Rock will speak up publicly to give the fans and concerned parties clarity.