Breaking Down the Historic Chris Rock & Will Smith Oscar Situation! | Cocktails with Queens

The Queens are talking about the emotional 94th Oscars where Will Smith walks on stage to slap comedian Chris Rock after a joke about Smith's wife Jada Pinkett-Smith.
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[@neneppete4737]

I was shocked, embarrassed and felt hurt in my soul watching Chris Rock gathering his composure and strength to continue as if nothing happened.

[@yolkilove-y2g]

Exactly

[@MahoganyBorn]

Sincerely felt the same. I was hurt for weeks after witnessing that. Chris Rock should have never had to encounter that. And what we're not going to do is normalize this mess as a "mistake" (LisaRaye smh). Apart from the degree to which Will is a groomed veteran in this game, he had plenty of time to think before taking that long ass walk up the stage to act a fool. His behavior was a direct result of not living in his truth. Please don't normalize toxic behavior, Lisa Raye by minimizing it down to a "mistake."

[@evaburns7314]

And I love how Claudia touched on Chris Rock. Being smacked in the face is one of the worst humiliations. I’m proud of you Chris Rock for keeping your composure.

[@sarahmmmm]

Chris is the real MVP! The way he recovered from that was amazing. The whole incident was embarrassing and foolish, and the worst of it was the cussing from his chair. If not for that, this could have been played off as a bit. GI Jane was a gorgeous badass so I took the joke as a compliment. Also, we’re used to seeing Jada with short hair so it’s not like this was a drastic change.

[@Sandalwood11]

Well done Vivica for calling BS for what it really is BS! There is no excuse for that kind of violence!

[@kennethhilton8700]

You can not condone AND understand. Both statements can be true.

[@Sandalwood11]

There is no UNDERSTANDING a situation where violence is the answer or the trigger to a non-violent situation. Your “understanding” rationale should you ever try that with anyone who isn’t as gracious as Chris will either get you arrested, sued or in a body bag! UNDERSTAND that!

[@lunallena5594]

Vivica, thanks to you in this video I can watch your movies knowing that there are still good people in Hollywood 😢.

[@leslieterry5788]

Exactly, Vivica say it. There was no excuse for that foolishness that Will did. And Jada robed everyone else that night. Shame on the Smith family. Chris Rock was amazing not to loose his dignity, and his G.I. Jane joke was not offensive.

[@nilajamerriweather7048]

)l

[@salmaal-shaoily5809]

Hats off to Chris Rock... He embodied what meant "the show goes on"

[@lookhowshegobbledthat]

Hats off to Will and Jada for enduring the dogpiling for so long until now.

[@aliceinacidland]

@@lookhowshegobbledthat don’t put your business out in the streets.

[@kiyonaleesmith2606]

I hate they keep saying “at the oscars!!!” These black celebrities still acting like the oscars matter! When the public aint checking for them!

[@trendalecharon7021]

What bout how embarrassed Jada felt.

[@loveneverends9605]

@@aliceinacidland 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@JamesSmith-ru1db]

I'm glad someone standing up for Chris Rock

[@Climatepolice]

Vivica was spot on and honest. Some of the ladies were scared to say anything negative.

[@claudettewalker8358]

Some of these women are scared and cagey because they want to work with Will Smith in the future. Money talks!!!

[@fish25uk]

Yeah totally 💯

[@lianewindham1091]

Yes she was! REAL‼ Always been a fan of hers.

[@iammayabae8196]

Girl bye

[@Adelaide_Mackenzie]

Considering Will could of snapped at L Cox when him and Jada and Will were on the red carpet and Vivica called it out. The joke called of been worse Considering the previous red table talk. Comedians will be comedians - Will should know how to take a joke and yeah on the other side his human

[@Mia-es1rp]

I was diagnosed with alopecia at 21 yrs old and I don't think his joke was nearly as bad as it could have been.And I totally agree with Claudia and Vivica.Wills anger was misdirected.

[@briannahoward8948]

I’m with Claudia & Vivica on this one. There’s even cell phone footage of Jada laughing and clapping directly at Chris when he said “Wow, Will Smith just smacked the Sh!t out of me.” Idc what no one say, Jada envoked that, bc Will definetly was laughing at the joke.

[@dsteph2789]

August, a friend of Jaden during a difficult time came to stay with Will and Jada in THEIR home. Jada then begins an affair with an emotionally and psychologically fragile man child in THE FAMILY home. Will and Jada's marriage per her request was an open one with discretion required. For Jada to attend social events with August, take him on family vacations with Will and post endless pix of her and August on social media was selfish, disrespectful and indiscretion. Initially, Jada and Will denied she was involved with August, which leads me to believe Will didn't know until August told the world. Jada made Will look like a damn fool, yet he sat down with her at that red table and listened to his wife tell the world about her entanglement. Jada seemed confident and carefree, IMO Will's laughs and smiles were uncomfortable. Then the public clowning of Will amped up and nothing was off limits, his friends were going in as well. The pix of Will and his faux(?) dad body, comments about a boy making Jada happier and breaking her back, etc. Yet, his support of Jada didn't waiver. That song August wrote was disrespectful as hell to Will. But Jada was the one that gave that man child the ammo to hurt and humiliate her husband, the father of her children. How would it have looked for Will to physically harm a man hurting emotionally and psychologically in addition to his health issues and addiction? Why was it on Will to clean up a mess Jada made all by herself? If Willow was in crisis and staying with a friend's family and the 50-year-old father seduced her while she's extremely vulnerable he'd be labeled a predator and pervert, as Jada was too. Will may be suffering from a form of PTSD from the upheaval and humiliation he's faced over the last couple of years. AA didn't want him to play Richard Williams because he didn't have enough melanin -- so get a brother with more melanin that won't give a sister the time of day? Will's a brother that has honored and respected his ex-wife and their son and demanded Jada respect her as well. His rap music doesn't disrespect sisters or promote criminal lifestyles. He's been financially savvy and until recently a role model. His acting portrayals of heroes and achievers of our community are respectful, poignant and his dedication is obvious. I don't understand how his 1-minute of antisocial behavior should now define him. He lost it and acted out of his character for 1-minute and men accused of sexual harassment and rape are criticizing him. Child rapists continue to be members in good standing, nominees and winners, but Will's actions are so egregious action is required. We have so many rappers and AA male entertainers dragging sisters, calling us ugly (some must not ever look in a mirror at themselves) and nappyheaded, want anything but a sister, especially a melinated one, those that beat and shoot women, the ones multiple baby mamas and the deadbeat dads and we are making Will persona non grata? Just like Chris understood Will is a brother in crisis and needs us to rally around him, we need to support and uplift him. I have to say this, Michael Jackson with all his disturbing behavior, (50-year-old men do NOT sleep with boys in their bed), never been seen with a sister except in a video, and he is beloved and idolized, same with OJ, yet we didn't exist in their lives. Will a brother that has not forgotten his roots, and we are abandoning him because of less than a minute of him loosing it.

[@rjones4748]

@@dsteph2789 This is a great perspective. I don't agree with Will slapping Chris but I do understand where he is mentally. He is most definitely human and he has feelings that people have disregarded all for laughs and fun. The whole situation is ugly, embarrassing and disturbing. I believe Will needs counseling and so does the rest of the family. I pray healing for them all.

[@TheRuby13red]

Nobody ran out there to even check on the man either. Will better hope the Learning Disabilities Organization doesn't look into that bully move!

[@michellerosebrown]

@@TheRuby13red I have a Learning disability.

[@JeaniciaC]

Thank you Claudia that was my words exactly why hasn't anyone checked on Chris Rock!!!

[@carbar3936]

They did, still photo of Denzel speaking w/ Chris & Jada during commercial break on Twitter.

[@iamtracywilson]

Exactly. And if they did, it surely was a small piece compared to how everyone checked for Will Smith. This world is ass backwards.

[@AZ-mi1wi]

Because he's the perpetrator !

[@iamtracywilson]

@@AZ-mi1wi yes Jada was severely threatened and almost died from the joke! They should of hauled Chris off to jail immediately!! (Doing Jada's eye roll at your comment) 😆

[@SouthernBell123]

I am disappointed in Will. If his first action was to laugh at the joke then his reaction was totally uncalled for. There are many ways men can protect and defend their women without using violence. The Oscar's is one of the biggest nights and I think everyone was stripped of recognition of accomplishments because of what happened including Will. I applaud Chris Rock for keeping his cool and being the bigger man.

[@nonenone2589]

Let Chris speak for himself

[@gladysgulledge2726]

Those tears were fake

[@jnozaki1]

The joke was so mild, and me hearing GI Jane was hot and tough, that Demi Moore’s movie was iconic. The Smith’s was overly critical over a joke, where in fact they were very conscious about their dirty laundry they brought out in public.

[@BeautyUnraveled]

Jada’s reaction didn’t give me “hurt”, it gave “I can’t stand this ninja”. Will did not bring up alopecia or medical condition being the reason for the blow up until social media mentioned it, that’s a PR spin and a cop out. I agree with Lisa about GI Jane, I always thought Demi looked bomb in that movie. it wasn’t a malicious joke at all. Will and Jada for the first time are not held on a pedestal, thanks to the “Red table”. I think the constant ridicule has just got to him, they’ve never been clowned like this and he is only human. That said, it was unacceptable.. period. This had NOTHING to do with the joke. I agree with everyone here, especially CLAUDIA! I applaud Chris in this.

[@ron05aa]

EXACTLY .

[@zabssoutherngirl2019]

You can't speak on how Jada felt. Even Chris was like, ahhh come on...🙄 This wasn't Chris first joke about Jada at the Oscar's. And he referenced the movie due to her bald head, not bc of the "iconic" character. 🤦🏾‍♀️ Will was wrong, but what is even more foul is that yall trying to condemn him as an ardent criminal when he had a human moment...all for the sake of white gaze.

[@MichelMawon4982]

Spot on. I think it's the build up, not the single event and the non life threatening disease causing a woman to shave her head, barely looking much different from her tapered styles, is a PR spin. I don't think Will is sorry either.

[@courtneywilliams1]

Right!

[@zabssoutherngirl2019]

What was that? Why reply then delete?🤦🏾‍♀️

[@lyminwithcourtney9981]

Thank you, Claudia and Vivica. Will Smith should have been ushered out of the venue. It boggles my mind that he remained at the venue & then collect his award after physically assaulting someone!

[@angiebaby0603]

Yup!

[@lifewithem__]

Exactlyyyy!

[@marcpeoples393]

Stop making excuses for bad behavior. "Being human" is no reason to assault anyone. Domestic violence perpetrators are "being human" too. Would that hold up in court? Claudia & Vivica love the outrage because it is outrageous!!!

[@lianewindham1091]

Syleena Johnson sickens me‼ thats it‼

[@MsE711]

I wish people would stop passing judgement on others. People act like they never had a breaking point in which they acted out of anger. No one here is beyond any of this.

[@tamithomas2347]

I absolutely agree with Claudia. Based on all that Will and Jada have shared in public on social media, the GI Jane joke was very nice compared to other things Chris could’ve came with. Either way it was so unnecessary to react that way when you could’ve addressed it a million other ways!

[@AmazingAmoy]

Yes Vivica love how you kept it REAL. We’re grown and you need to be able to hold your shit together. Period

[@aleshapaustin4492]

Well put

[@Mr.Oct___]

What the hell is Selena talking about? I love how people say "I'm not defending..." & then commence to defending someon'e disgraceful & repugnant actions. What happened that night was viscerally disgusting. She says let's talk about it all, but had no words for protecting & supporting Chris Rock. ORRRRR the notion of Jada protecting Will from himself...Or here's an idea: Protecting their family & good name by NOT disgracing them publically w/ her shameful acts. Please stop it Selena.

[@meldawilliams1636]

She wants to be in their good books

[@sharonjohnson8945]

I just don't understand what she doesn't understand.

[@nonenone2589]

She has a right to her opinion the same as EVERYONE else.

[@Mr.Oct___]

@@nonenone2589 Who questioned her right to an opinion dumbazz?

[@robbincarter-hopkins2228]

@Jafar Martin you are on point!!!!! I felt the same way about Syleena, I'd like to know what women she talked to that said Will was right to smack Chris!

[@RedhookBKLYN]

And being “HUMAN” doesn’t give us a pass for physical confrontations with other people. I will say because we are human we are able to control our emotional reactions.

[@trinimajowi584]

I agree. I guess a rapist or serial killer also get a pass because they are human. Total nonsense!

[@aleshapaustin4492]

Big facts 🎯💯

[@caveman357]

It’s just an excuse. If a white man slapped Chris rock, EVERYONE would be talking about this differently. I hate that black folks have made violence the norm…even at the Oscar’s!

[@ladybugs4356]

Selena just making a set of excuse for her friend Will Smith

[@ladybugs4356]

Selena was so verrry disappointing sad sas because its her friend will

[@savingmoneyunapologetically]

Chris Rock never missed a beat! He kept his composure and remained calm and defused the situation because it could have been much worse!

[@emilytrimble1973]

I salute you sister Vivica 👏🙌❤ for your honesty and calling a spade a spade!.. It was simply wrong and disgusting... disrespecting every artistic/ actor who has waited to get their moment... Something actors wait all their lives for!!!. Thank you Vivica and Claudia 👏👏👏

[@aureliaglover4188]

Chris Rock’s joke was very mild and could be interpreted as a compliment. The role GI Jane is one of a courageous, strong, and witty female character. Per TMZ, Chris was unaware of Jada’s alopecia condition.

[@rebeccairl2290]

yes, that is how I interpreted it. I didn't see the GI Jane reference as an insult.🤷🏽‍♀

[@sarahmmmm]

Exactly! I took it as a compliment. Jada was immature for rolling her eyes and of course Will was completely out of line for assaulting Chris Rock.

[@Gracehill393]

Especially when he replied that "it was a GI Jane joke" as in, bro it's a compliment not an insult.

[@briarob83]

Exactly. I thought is was a compliment because everyone loved when Demi cut her hair.

[@sashaminx75]

Did Chris say that?

[@jerwanzonichols444]

Say it girl say it no one went to the back for Chris Rock but everybody's standing up for Will Smith

[@CR-ce5lf]

FOR WHAT?? HE WAS INCREDIBLY INSENSITIVE. WHY TALK ABOUT A BLACK WOMAN'S HAIR AT ALL?? DIDNT HE MAKE A DOCUMENTARY ABOUT BLACK WOMEN'S HAIR?? WHY CHOOSE TO HUMILIATE JADA?

[@angelicfaithh2664]

Agreed that was extremely embarrassing for him as a black man hosting that event as well

[@johnneilfiler6552]

@@angelicfaithh2664 how do yall know no one did

[@missvegan1967]

We have know idea who checked on Chris! But by being the host I'm sure not everyone was allowed backstage. And how do we know if he didn't want to be seen until after the show?!

[@Mimi-cg2cw]

Black people

[@MrSwyl]

When I saw that joke by CR live I immediately thought of Vivica and 50 cent at the MTV awards and CR making the joke about Jenna Jamison and Vivica's reaction. She smiled but shook head at the same time to show disapproval at a lame.joke but also showing understanding that he is a comedian doing his Job. I think she handled it with class.

[@92118]

Yess Claudia! She's 100% on point. No one checked on Chris. Everyone still kissing will's ass when he was wrong.

[@lanalang1243]

People did check on Chris Rock but you all are only watching clips of Will being supported.

[@beautifulqueen2579]

How do y’all know no one checked on Chris?

[@carbar3936]

Chris was wrong too. Comedians aren't exempt from consequences running their mouths at somebody else's expense. Chris IMO knew what he was about to say was wrong when he prefaced his remarks with "I love you Jada" and the silent "but" that comes after is always wrong/hurtful and then proceeded to say it could've been worse. Wow. Like he's done them a favor for not saying something worse. Really? His other jokes weren't about people's appearances/med issues either. Comedians have done well w/ making folk believe they're the only profession that can say whatever they want w/out ramifications & that's not so. Chris learned it in front of the world what it feels like to be humiliated by his own words that he's done to others. perpetrate What he said wasn't horrible, but after Will seeing Jada's response may have triggered him. Chris handled the slap very well but he also knows he's gone after her in the past and was wrong from the giddy-up. You never know what folk is going through, and best we keep our mouths off of other people regardless if they put it on front street or someone else does it. That boy put the affair out, not them and its been an onslaught of criticism and jokes every since. 2 wrongs doesn't make a right, we don't know what else has gone on between them 3 in private, and end of day its best to not say ill about anybody or at their expense. Laughing at or trying to get a laugh at someone else's expense means we're a mean society as a whole. ITA w/ Sylvia's view of the situation completely. Everything we hear/see doesn't require an opinion or comment ALL THE TIME either. As John Legend said to a reporter "no comment." Smartest answer I've heard yet about this situation from celebs.

[@Carol-66-f6U]

@@carbar3936 Great Comment

[@DollHousebeauty01]

@@lanalang1243 b

[@pockahantiss]

Poor Lupita! The look on HER face, was meme worthy.

[@mika6516]

I'm sure SNL is already making a skit about it. I would NOT be surprised if Will and Chris participate in it to show all is well between them. But if that happens, where did the rage go? We shall see Saturday night. Heck, all 3 of them may be on the show. If they are, then The Smiths no longer should get any sympathy..imo

[@donnawilliams3872]

Vivica ur soooooo right along with C.Jordon. their is no excuse. Then he said he was like King Richard. He need to see a Dr. Then he goes to party!!!!

[@mkedmusa9416]

She was shocked and appalled!! That changed his narrative forever! Listen to Judge Joe Brown's podcast regarding! It is raw but real!!

[@jeannejohnson4088]

Selena PLEASE what if your son had been slapped by Will

[@roxc.507]

Another problem with Will and Jada sharing all their business is that they then assume that everyone knows. I don't pay them that kind of attention. And even when I hear some of their stuff, I forget it almost instantly because I don't care about their business like that. It's not important to me. So even knowing about her situation, someone could forget and inadvertently hurt her feelings.

[@meldawilliams1636]

Me too i did not know she had it cause I lost interest in them

[@shawnpreston1639]

Agreed 💯.

[@blackimblackim3594]

Everything Claudia says about Chris and Will I totally agree with. Claudia and Vivica is right on point about this situation and I truly hope and pray that my boy Chris Rock is ok. ❤️🙏🏽

[@Grand365]

I agree immensely. They were consistent and unwavering in their position. Accountability is everything.

[@yendang5403]

Chris was not in his right mind at that time to make the decision to press charges or not. I'm sure he had a lot of things going through his mind at that time. He had to continue with the show and try to keep himself compose. He can't spend a lot of time with the police when the show must go on. It should be up to the producers and the police to make the decision to remove Will Smith. When someone is that angry, security or the police need to make the decision to remove that person to make sure that everyone in the room is safe. The bottom line is the safety of everyone in that room, not just Chris Rock. What if Will Smith got so angry that he picked up a chair and threw it across the room and injure someone else who sat nearby? The Academy is obligated to ensure the safety of guests in that room.

[@aprilrae6551]

I'm a mom of a son, he's 23 now. As a black mom I always taught my son not to react with violence over taunts and teasing. I told him ' to use your words'. There was no reason for Will Smith to assault Chris Rock, over a lame joke. And I felt that his apology was insincere, since he did not mention Chris Rock, the man he assaulted. Chris Rock handled this situation like a real man, he showed 'grace under pressure'.

[@TheeMRs.Sanchez]

Agree 💯

[@irplee]

April I totally agree

[@kokowalker8679]

I totally agree

[@jmilli0479]

Will behavior and demeanor says his home is full of pain secrets and regret. They have been the butt of jokes for a while now so Will making excuses and is not remorseful. Will needs his church of Scientology family and pray (pun intended)

[@wayneb.johnson7573]

@@jmilli0479 That's what he gets for following Hollywood's definition of marriage and not what GOD said. These fools think they can do whatever they want in their marriage; share every intimate detail with the public and then act like a victim when they get clowned in front of the world.

[@Keepdapocket]

I’m surprised with Syleena. I really am. It is very clear the reason for this was Jada and the soft perception Will has given us the past couple of years. As everyone is saying, Jada has been dogging Will for a couple of years now. Depending on the type of dude you are, that takes you out. Will is the type, because he is a society dude, it affected him. He has looked very weak the past couple of years. This was a show for Jada!!!

[@lovealways7625]

I'm with Claudia and Vivica on this. Will's behaviour was unacceptable, and the whole situation is very sad. I see both sides BUT physical violence should not have been the answer in this situation.

[@kandi895]

This felt heavy

[@gatekeeperphx5008]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@ladydi3618]

Jada could have prevented the whole thing from happening due to Will laughed first then saw her upset face then he took to another level of assault. The joke was not bad cause Demi Moore rocked that hair cut and made a new hair trend afterwards. Jada doesn't have alopecia her hair issues are from her face-lift.

[@sherrisolomon8673]

Ladydi, lol! What??? You're kidding right?

[@joyblessed8910]

Yes thank you!! I hate how people just keep saying “it’s just a slap..it’s not like he killed him.” It’s like let me come up to you and slap you then.. keep your hands to yourself...you can get your point across without putting your hands on someone

[@Vronikax]

YES CLAUDIA YES NO ONE CHECKED IN ON CHRIS...THAT WAS HUMILIATING AND HURTFUL. NO ONE SHOULD EVER FEEL THEY ARE ABOVE SOMEONE TO PUT THEIR HANDS ON THEM. THAT WAS WRONG AND MY HEART WENT OUT TO CHRIS"

[@ramonl-v3345]

I agree!

[@niyonnubridges8840]

Go ahead Viv. Thanks for the honesty and not sugar coating it because you're cool with him. God bless the both of the men with healing.

[@Lelethatsme]

Will’s behavior was unhinged, emotionally distressed and violent! After all he has been put through I can’t say I blame him! All the open marriage, entanglements etc. stuff he has been through would cause anybody to snap. He needs to take care of himself self and get himself together mentally! Furthermore stay away from that RED TABLE telling all your family business!

[@KEVINSMITH-hw8wx]

Will smith just showed how stupid he really is. For a wife who is publicly embarrassing him on a weekly basis why the hell would he humiliate himself live on tv like that? This guy needs therapy bad, real bad!!!

[@cecurit3429]

Should catch a charge

[@voicesbysonia]

They need to stop telling all their business .

[@lb1798]

Yes.....that Red Table blew his life UP!!!! WHEN THEY TALKED ABOUT THE "ENTANGLEMENT"......Will's grandiose 40th birthday party for Jada....that was really for HIS EGO....just too much. Will said he was a scared little boy trying to prove to Jada and his mother that he is good enough...and he did it again last night....THE WRONG WAY!!!

[@bridgetdurley1263]

Will Smith to go on vacation, get some much need rest.

[@ladytcup234]

My most memorable moment is Lipita's face. Her reaction was Pricesless, she was like what the hell is wrong with this Fool??? What is he smoking???

[@supernova7848]

Lupita stole the show with style and grace ! She didn’t even roll her her eyes or mean mug but there was something about her face and the look she gave which was EVERYTHING !!

[@Stacey_Mae]

She had front row

[@sbsuccess7854]

Right

[@rivercanyonmissile2137]

Actually, her face showed a confused and bewildered woman who was seriously wondering, 'what the hell is happening here' as was much like everyone else in the audience.

[@mle6501]

Jada rolling her eyes was the “devil” in that moment.

[@tamarawilliams1197]

Exactly

[@sarai373]

Exactly 💯

[@saetae9208]

How ? She didn't have to like the joke. Everyone dont do well pretending. Will got up and slapped not her

[@lagoxtull]

Claudia I agree with you 100 percent! Chris took this whole thing like he was the only grown up in the room. And this show banned Kanye?

[@aprilthompson4538]

Kanye was banned from the Grammys.

[@lagoxtull]

@@aprilthompson4538 Oh Okay

[@auntiedeedee3438]

I'm a Black Woman and what Will did was disgusting, and disgraceful.

[@DaMoraUpchurch]

I completely agree!

[@lady1916]

Exactly,

[@mikee3261]

I’m a black man and I thought it was funny

[@auntiedeedee3438]

@@mikee3261 you are entitled to your opinion

[@casperbeasley1731]

100%

[@kimberlywilliams3676]

It's just a sign of the times. People are more than frustrated and on edge. Comedians need to stop thinking that all their jokes are funny to everyone. Comedians need to pick their subjects wisely.

[@Ateyaaa]

Today I am still shocked and SICK to my stomach about it. I was like they will never want to talk about the Oscar he won because of THE DRAMA of the slap. We work hard for what we want and its just unfortunate this happened on a big night like this. Denzel is right! I pray all is well. Blessings to all

[@shawtydtoolit7706]

So it's just a piece of metal that s*** don't mean nothing anyway y'all real people get obsessed with Oscars and Grammys and honey there's people in Ukraine dying that don't mean nothing no one cares about that fake a piece of metal

[@preciousone9377]

Ditto

[@shehound1778]

@@shawtydtoolit7706 🎯🎯🎯

[@feliciadarby8436]

He didn’t know.

[@Nappy2theRoot]

Sick to your stomach, girl quit being dramatic & grow up. Nothing that Will did directly affects you. Go lay down

[@audreyfreeman7961]

As I've said before, if a white man had made a joke about Jada, I bet Will would not have slap him. Pure and simple. You can't put your business in the street and not expect people to talk or make jokes about you.

[@KueenzTee]

He slapped a white man before. A paparazzi who tried to kiss him

[@mojojojo459]

Did and has a white man ever got on that type of platform and made a joke of a black in her face though?

[@mika6516]

@AJ Lyfe It happens every year.

[@saucesauce3725]

Im sick of all of this race talk

[@endorkugo]

AMEN. he did it cause he know chris is someone he can push around

[@randomrosevsgmore1244]

All I know is, I've had plenty of moments in life where I was totally disrespected by a co worker or boss where I would have liked to have put my hand on someone in a non prayer ful way but we know we're 100percent not allowed to put our hands on someone. Then towards another black man.

[@meldawilliams1636]

Exactly

[@michellerosebrown]

Been there.

[@positive295]

It was outrageous! Will Smith was 100% wrong. It was an opportunity for black people to stand proud on the world stage and he's completely trashed it. Thank you Claudia for putting my thoughts so eloquently. And I'm not taken in by the tearful speech then partying hard afterwards. The man has no shame.

[@lakefrank75]

Beyond outrageous. I would press charges and sue just because he was sooo wrong. Violence is always wrong unless you are physically defending yourself

[@janicewilliams4336]

Vivica knowing the Smith’s. I can appreciate you being totally honest about your opinion. You did not hold back. P.s. whether Chris knee or not, Will’s reaction- all wrong. He ought to be glad no charges filed. 🥺

[@brendanpilgrim9851]

@rissa johnson Until it happens to her!!!!! She will sing a different story!

[@MsE711]

@@brendanpilgrim9851 Exactly! I wish people would stop judging and realize we’re all humans and not above anything.

[@pinkrose4322]

@@MsE711 I agree.

[@realn.w.a554]

I'm with Selena and Lisa Raye!🙌 plus Lisa personally knows Will Smith and Selena is a pretty intelligent, discerning person in my opinion and I think she understands this whole thing from the bigger picture than what other people can see from their narrowed perspectives.

[@Msheepz]

Ok Claudia, bring it. Thank you too Vivica and Lisa for your responses. Syleena I really expected more from you. People talk everyday about everyday, it's not only celebrities!! We absolutely can't response violently based on WORDS.

[@N.Z99.]

Vivica just keeps slaying. I absolutely love the fro on her 😍

[@anniem.670]

Yessssss. She looks amazing.

[@kqima2844]

🔥🔥

[@mikee3261]

Vivica looks old and plastic

[@ebazileyes1475]

Yeah slaying those Botox

[@truthserum1271]

Yaaas! It’s giving Pam Grier vibes

[@maddynavarro77]

Charlamagne checked on Chris and said Chris was unaware that Jada suffered from alopecia. The slap and Will yelling like he did was so ugly and uncalled for! I had to fast forward through all of it! Will actually looked smug through it all, it just turned my stomach. It was disgusting!

[@tasteeoutlaw314]

Vivica's statement is everything... Everything!! ❤️

[@issavirgo4838]

The fact is Will LAUGHED before he saw Jadas face, he is controlled by her, and I’m convinced Jada would not have had that reaction had that been Will being clowned in fact she would of joined in.

[@nikkiervinmusic]

All I keep thinking about is how humiliated Chris probably felt. Being smacked like that on live tv?! Wow… Major kudos to Chris for not hitting him back…

[@gracelove1842]

Yes Chris thank u

[@arethawalker1724]

Smacked and cursed out repeatedly!!! I was so disappointed that Will handled it that way! I didn't realized that Quest Love was presented an award! Sam L won N award too? I have always had so much respect for Will. Will could have handled this so much better without tarnishing the whole academy evening!!!

[@AJ-yp6vx]

Shame on Will smith👎🏾He ruined that historical black Oscar Night! He physically attacked and insulted Chris Rock in front of Millions of People

[@AJ-yp6vx]

Chris could have made real bad Jokes about Jada and Will Smith and J.I. Jane was also more a compliment

[@AJ-yp6vx]

The saddest thing is that less People are talking about how Chris Rocks is feeling!

[@adfe05d83]

Bravo You ladies have handled this conversation with honesty and maturity. You did not allow emotion to make you partial. or evasive. This simply is about violence in our community. Too often it's the answer to too many problems. You didn't hesitate to stop flirting with it like an admirer or a savior. We have to denounce it and rise above it once and for all. Thank you

[@ramonl-v3345]

Each of these amazing ladies were spot on with their opinions. From “it was the wrong place, wrong time”, “the joke wasn’t that bad”, “has anyone checked in on Chris Rock”, “Chris was assaulted and humiliated on national tv”, etc. I am not a fan of Chris Rock however, I must point out that he handled it all very well. Just like one of the ladies on here stated also.

[@ibukayov]

Can we speak about Lupita's reaction? Bless her heart, she was in shock but still looked a absolutely regal. My Kenyan sister ❤️

[@christinescott5966]

Everyone was expecting Will to apologize to Chris during his acceptance speech. He couldn't apologize right then because he had just slapped him & was still upset in his feelings. If he had apologized that quickly it wouldn't not have been sincere & genuine. Will has spoken about feeling vulnerable & guilty as child seeing his Dad abuse his Mom & not being able to protect her. I think his aggression came from that trauma combined with the ridicule & scrutiny that his family has faced online as well as the incident with Janet Hubert. He snapped on the wrong person,it was displaced & displayed hurt.

[@BronzyGoddess676]

Will totally overreacted. The joke didn’t warrant him slapping Chris and then yelling at the top of his lungs and cursing afterwards..Will has misdirected anger and it comes from tolerating his wife’s toxic behavior all these years.

[@zabssoutherngirl2019]

And how do you know this? Geesh, yall are taking this too personal. He slapped Chris, not you all.

[@sunnygibbs925]

@ BronzyGoddess676…perfectly said!

[@r.simpson3307]

I questioned the same thing myself.

[@chenieves8976]

KEEP MY HOME GIRLS FROZEN FOOT OUT OF YOUR MOUTH 💧

[@mikee3261]

Lol I think it’s funny how people have came up with this narrative that will smith is some innocent boy who wife cheated on him and treats him so bad lol that’s hilarious

[@janwashi53]

I’m a woman with alopecia and that joke was nothing!!! Demi rocked that role AND that hairstyle. Where’s the offense?????

[@kisha4040]

You can't tell people how to feel. Just because you have no problem with your condition doesn't mean that Jada doesn't.

[@zoodleinfo]

Yes. Thank you. My hair was coming out. I thought about taking it down because of Jada and tamar. I will never go Low like that because of Chris. I would have been mortified. Yeah this es women are going high. JT they would be saying this crap if it happen to them. Bye

[@tresslove9998]

@@kisha4040 exactly

[@deliamenefee363]

Same here. I have alopecia due to cancer. That joke was nothing. In fact my little nephew said, I look like a man. To me it was funny but my brother was upset. It's hair loss. There are other things that are important.

[@v.a.993]

Thank you. So many people are projecting.

[@lindaadams1008]

The snobs of Hollywood were traumatized by a slap but, they weren't traumatized by that casting couch, the misuse of minors, and Harvey Weinstein's advances. They still call that predator Woody Allen "great" knowing that he married a child he adopted. At the end of the day, I just hope Will & Chris can work things out.

[@mrs.stewart6833]

I agree with Claudia and Vivica, well said!!

[@renbur8223]

Me too. Wrong is wrong.

[@idellboykin8149]

Mrs. Stewart, I concur too. Claudia and Vivica made some very valid points indeed.

[@aliciawilson5871]

Very well said

[@kiyonaleesmith2606]

I dont like that vivica still acting like the oscars are creditable! No one is watching them anymore. Black celebrities and their obsession with the oscars! Stop going!

[@williemitchell3134]

Claudia Jordan is a true person of dignity. I like how she stood up for Chris Rock, which is right. Claudia is a true Aries woman....Defender of what's right!👍🏾

[@Brit943]

I had no idea she was an Aries! It makes sense now how she can host and be the neutral one in so many situations

[@Blu3Br3]

Aries likes to be the champion of the wronged ..

[@shellyshellz581]

CHRIS ROCK DIDNT EVEN KNOW SHE HAD ALOPECIA- THE JOKE WAS NOT ABOUT ALOPECIA 🤦🏻‍♀️ JADA WOULD MAKE A BANGING GI JANE 💯

[@jeanettehale9444]

i agree with Claudia 100%; if Will has not been embarrassed by all the other stuff, why now. I believe it's everything that has transpired up till now that sent him over the edge...too bad; he tainted an event that will forever be remembered for this incident

[@derekechols868]

He had a breaking point as a human being

[@trutj22]

Who says he was not embarrassed before ?....he was just holding it all it in and this was his boiling point

[@beautifullyblessed_]

Will was wrong. Point, blank, period. The joke was light weight and was not expressed with malice because the delivery of the joke was not intended to harm. This was deeper than Jada having Alopecia. Chris handled himself with such fkn class. I’m still embarrassed for Chris and the event. Lord take the wheel. 🙏🏾

[@Co33coco]

I concur. Will Smith is WEAK

[@sandradenmark7243]

I agree. And make it weird Will laugh at the joke, than he turn 180 degree. I guess he saw the joke affected his wife, I guess...

[@judithngwa7499]

And Chris will learn to make a better joke going forward. It has been many times he's picking on Jada. Glad he got his behind whooped. Good for Will standing up for his wife.

[@lunallena5594]

Will utterly messed up. No one in the history of Hollywood has publicly displayed such awful behavior live in what was supposed to be the top event in the movie world. I was disappointed too because Will always portrayed strong men who rise above ANY situation, and that's gone now. I saw somewhere about deescalating conflict is also protection. I was sick with Hollywood clapping Will Smith. I'm cancelling everyone who took Will and Jada's side because if I did that, I'd be fired and arrested on the spot.

[@stacywyatt4277]

John Wayne tried to attack a Native American for accepting an Oscar on behalf of a white caste mate who was protesting Hollywood treatment of Native Americans. It took six people to hold him back. 🤣 I’m only saying it’s not the first time a disgraceful thing has happened at the Oscars. Still - it was wrong to assault Chris. He has to carry that embarrassment forever. I felt bad for Jada who is dealing with a health issue and Will who seemed to act out of character based on anything that I have seen over the years. And, I want everyone to stop attacking and blaming Jada. That shit is out of line and strange as hell.

[@lunallena5594]

@@stacywyatt4277 Can you copy the link of that attack? I don't see it on KZbin. I though the person who rejected the award was eloquent in the rejection on TV.

[@juliandstewart5660]

I definitely agree with Claudia and Vivica. As a person who has supported Will for years hoping one day he will get an Oscar to the night being ruined by this situation. The joke was not that bad. I didn’t know Jada struggled with this medical condition. Will knew who to try in my opinion. The countless amount of jokes that did warrant a hit he did nothing. It was tacky, unprofessional, and I think deserves major consequences

[@ediorfitzgerald1478]

I agree with you 💯

[@FortunadaHope]

I agreed with Claudia all the way!

[@safeenachoud1903]

So it’s cool for Chris to talk like that yea that was rude man 😏

[@whytehunter5050]

💯

[@jarricah7920]

Off course you did so what

[@naobe5]

I think we all do!

[@katinasneed6080]

💯💯💯💯💯!!!!!

[@CocoChanelle-1]

The moral of the story is Every human has a breaking point and you need to walk in love and leave people Alone.

[@gtbrownsuga854]

I'm 💯 with Claudia on this situation I was thinking the same exact things. Thank you Claudia!

[@wandapearson4723]

Claudia is correct and I agree with her. Will made a damn fool out of himself. Chris Rock deserves an Oscar. He has a family too. What Will did was horrible.

[@87Lohan]

Right! I think Will and Jada are the most entitled people on earth! What he did was disgusting and childish

[@sammy8423]

I agree, how degrading is this. Chris rock has a respectabel career, he is a whole man with a family watching him do his JOB. Where was the security. Imagine if chris was white

[@hinnies1]

Like so true, Chris has been attacking that family for years and Will had enough. It be your own people, why can’t you African Americans understand that, it be your own people really, like almost all Africans are behind Will on this. Chris once said it ain’t fair for Will to be paid 20million dollars for wil Wild West. WTH, can he say that about a white man or even joke about a white woman’s wife like that, giving a stupid disclaimer saying Jada I love you before he jokes about her crown. Boy if you don’t get the …And why troll will when he was wishing his ex wife a happy Birthday and also called Jada irrelevant . Please I’m so so proud of Will, if you disrespect my wife on public I will surely correct you in public

[@SayMyNameSeries]

It's strange when Laverne Cox publicly mentioned the "entanglement" on the red carpet to both of them Will did nothing.

[@itsalllove5277]

Chris did not know about her condition. I love Will but he overreacted and it’s really unfortunate. Claudia I appreciate your honesty regarding the situation. I hope Chris Rock is alright as well.

[@Sterfillah]

How do you know he did not know.

[@hinnies1]

Like so true, Chris has been attacking that family for years and Will had enough. It be your own people, why can’t you African Americans understand that, it be your own people really, like almost all Africans are behind Will on this. Chris once said it ain’t fair for Will to be paid 20million dollars for wil Wild West. WTH, can he say that about a white man or even joke about a white woman’s wife like that, giving a stupid disclaimer saying Jada I love you before he jokes about her crown. Boy if you don’t get the …And why troll will when he was wishing his ex wife a happy Birthday and also called Jada irrelevant . Please I’m so so proud of Will, if you disrespect my wife on public I will surely correct you in public

[@TheodoreBakes]

@@hinnies1 exactly 💯

[@itsalllove5277]

Will Smith has since apologized. Again he overreacted and it’s unfortunate.

[@Gawain-l7r]

@@hinnies1 Why should we care about what Africans think? The opinions of Americans shouldn't be influenced by Africans.

[@Bessie.K]

I don’t believe Will’s tears were genuine at all. He’s a very talented ACTOR who can be very convincing and make himself cry at the drop of a dime. My hat goes off to Chris for how well he handled himself in that situation, because anybody else would’ve kicked Will’s ass right there on stage. I agree with Claudia 100%. Nobody, that we could see, checked on Chris.

[@Nappy2theRoot]

Who cares what you think

[@chelseacatchings8242]

I think his tears was bullshit just like them….

[@Bessie.K]

@@Nappy2theRoot Obviously you care. You cared enough to reply to my comment.

[@lanetas3910]

I think the tears were real, people have been dragging him for the past year. It has to hurt as a man that people look at him as weak and they can say anything the want to him and he's just gotta take it. Yes he was wrong but I do see it was built up pain

[@sherrigrant573]

Denzel was talking to Chris

[@debragarcia671]

Will could of took that back stage if he was that upset. He decided to give us a performance instead. He was still performing when he give his speech with all the tears. I am disappointed and disgusted. And Jada decided to embrace her problem by talking about it and proudly wearing a short hair cut instead of taking the option of wearing a wig and hiding her problem. That was her choice. But the consequences of that is some people may make a joke about it. Will's problem is deeper than this joke.

[@topandrun126]

My grandmother used to say monkeys know what limbs to jump on. Cause if it was Mike Tyson make that same joke Will would of have a second thoughts of slapping him.

[@idellboykin8149]

As people, we can allow our emotions to overtake us in a not so good way.

[@Nappy2theRoot]

Part of life

[@jilltaulbee3160]

But also as people we are able to apologize for bad behavior. He should have apologized right when he went up there

[@cleongriffin4146]

Every time I see the clip of Chris getting the sh't slapped out of him (laughter) 😃 😀 😄 😁 🤣 😂 😃

[@quarmainestephenson8403]

Jada was drop-dead gorgeous that night the gown was even sickening And everything about g.i. Jane is positive she was a kick-ass in her movie

[@trinityizzard6821]

And I could definitely see Jada killing that role!!!!....

[@kmendo215]

Right! She could have just went with the joke and posed like she was as proud of her bald head as she claims to be. I'm so sick of the Smiths at this point.

[@nellyc1002]

Agree! Demi Moore kicked ass in that movie! Didn’t see it as an insult!

[@jakestroll6518]

GI Jane was a mascular soldier who shaved her hair to be like her platoon of men. Jada was rolling her eyes at this idea that she's not feminine coz she has no hair

[@inmyOWN_world]

Jada killed that look...! loved the dress!!!

[@KDenis-xn5tw]

Claudia is the MVP! I echoed everything she said! She is real.

[@diamondsandlipgloss]

Vivica's hair is adorable! come on Christy Love...and she made the most sense imo

[@tyresmith9833]

I’m on Claudia and Vivica’s side. The joke was a little much, but it did not warrant Will to go up there and hit him. I don’t care. He was wrong.

[@carbar3936]

And so was Chris wrong especially w// the threat it could've been worse comment. Wow.

[@michelleclarke1022]

Yesssss

[@mspeacemkr]

The joke was not bad.

[@Nappy2theRoot]

@@mspeacemkr you're right, it was horrible

[@lovegrace3719]

Unfortunately, while I do advocate non-violence, Amerikkk have taught us that humans don't usually listen to peaceful protests and requests. It literally took a civil war to finally free slaves. Christ-followers are called to turn the other Cheek, yet Christ shall return with war. Because I don't attend such things as the Oscars nor listen to such jokes (the jokes of Chris Rock) nor watch the movies of Will (per my own Christian walk, by the grace of God and to His glory), I can say that the solution would have been for both of them to follow Jesus Christ, and, that particular situation would not have happened, as certain roads lead to certain evils. As a former well-skilled boxer and U.S. Marine trained to kill, kill, kill, fighting has been a key part of my life. Nevertheless, as a servant of the blessed Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, my warfare is a very different one. So, I have had to Refuse to engage in physical wars and fightings for the sake of the Gospel and the glorious Name of Jesus Christ. But, looking at the situation through wisdom, they both were in the wrong and in the wrong place at the wrong time. Much love in Christ Jesus forever! Apostle Thaddeus The Ministry of Pure Truth All glory be to God forever 🙌😊 Praise Christ Jesus forever 🙌😊 Hallelujah Holy Spirit forever 🙌😊 Amen.

[@focusgroupent]

Chris Rock Didn't do nothing to deserve that. real house wives, Love and hip hop moment.

[@leob.4550]

Why is everyone acting like folks haven't wanted to slap the shit out of Chris Rock for years. Shawn Wayans did a skit at the MTV Awards 20 something years ago about Chris Rock clowning everyone in the audience and then getting jumped after his set...lol

[@favdup2134]

Chris Rock did cause "emotional abuse by BULLYING " Someone that's with a disease, right on stage. That's worse than a slap.

[@ambrogreen]

@@leob.4550 😄 Real Housewives.

[@carbar3936]

Sometimes you reap where you didn't sow. How many times he's not suffered by his own words. I don't feel bad for him & will say he handled it better than I thought. Partly because he was wrong from the giddy up IMO.

[@maryreid5646]

Thank you Claudia and Vivica for calling spade a spade. It is what it is. I can see where Syleena is coming from, however, I think that Jada gas-lighted Will and he reacted because of her facial expression. She did not look as though she was offended. She was laughing when Will assaulted Chris. Who does that! How can a woman with dignity sit there and allow her husband of so many years to go on the stage of the Oscars and slap a presenter in the face? Who does that! She needs to take several seats back and does some introspection. Will also needs some counselling and therapy. Clearly, he is going through some serious mental issues. From what I have observed, Will seem to be acting out of psychosis and depression. He really needs some help and his family should wake up and offer some help for him before he becomes like others who are no longer with us. A word to the wise. Chris Rock's joke was not malicious at all. In fact, he complimented Jada by saying that she is the next G.I. Jane. That is honorable and positive! I don't know what is wrong with the world why wrong seems to be right and what is right seems to be wrong!!!!! The Devil is in the details. I am sure that God is NOT the author of confusion!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sfreeman417]

My Queens, Vivica, Claudia and Lisa Raye spoke my same sentiments. Chris Rock is a comedian and whether the joke was intentional about Jada's Alopecia, that is his job to tell jokes on the audience and he handled that slap of embarrassment with grace and continued to present. This is not the first time comedians went it at the Oscar's. They clown everyone...We all get talked about, but we don't go around slapping people. It was in poor taste and embarrassing to watch. No accountability.

[@lornajackson3510]

The Oscar's are going to punish Will Smith for his actions.

[@supernova7848]

@@lornajackson3510 good as they should! Any other man in the street would have the book thrown at them!!

[@seanpug1510]

Jada has emasculated Will for to long putting their business in the streets now Will feels like a fool taking his frustrations out on the wrong person. Jada is the root of the problem .

[@checkyourhead9]

I completely support what Claudia brought to this show today. ❤

[@mmcmann9539]

I agree with Claudia and Vivica. How dare anyone defend that.

[@loveyu2778]

Bout time..been waiting on you Claudia, all day to talk about this..the joke was not directed to her medical condition.. the joke was referencing a movie..Will, even laughed at 1st..

[@Mirage049]

Who are you to say how she took that joke? Who are you to tell them how to feel? He was referencing her bald head. This is not the first time he's done it.

[@MrKellyELA]

Will’s life is a joke.Not even his money makes me wanna switch places with him for one minute. He slapped Chris like a woman would do, and he only did it to avoid an argument with Jada (later that night) for laughing at the joke himself. Had it been comedian Deon Cole up there Will wouldn’t have even THOUGHT about it. I’m with Lisaraye, I’m the violent type and there definitely would’ve been an UNexpected reaction. They would’ve had to cut to commercial because it would’ve turned into that legendary fight on Geraldo Rivera’s show.

[@destiny3377able]

No one knows that it wasnt malicious

[@AO-Love]

She is bald because of her medical condition, so that is why she is bald headed. Therefore, the joke was distasteful. Either way, you don't make fun of people because you don't know what they are going through. Why make fun of someone's wife? Why make fun of a black woman? What other woman did he single out? It's not right what he did, but I understand.

[@Mirage049]

@@AO-Love exactly. Haven’t they learned from Chadwick Boseman? Sat there and ridiculed that man for his weight loss and come to find out he was battling terminal cancer! Smdh

[@cynthiamarie9735]

Vivica Fox you look amazing with an Afro. Thank you for paying homage to Pam Grier (as well as Angela Davis, Elaine Brown, Marsha Hunt, Nina Simone, Tamara Dobson, and even Aretha, Diana Ross, Esperanza Spalding, Lauryn Hill, and the extraordinary Betty Davis who just happens to be the former wife of the legendary Miles Davis).

[@ediorfitzgerald1478]

This is the absolute BEST conversation I’ve heard about this incident. Cudos to you ladies for bringing it! 💯🔥👍🏽👏🏾💜

[@moejoe5090]

I totally agree

[@nhmsmom7872]

Thank you Claudia, Vivica and Lisa Raye! You all talked about the real, not deflecting to give an excuse for Will doing what he did.

[@a.l.900]

Syleena was tap dancing like Bojangles...

[@syeholl3542]

Thank you Claudia, Vivica & Lisa, for a clear perspective on what happened at the Oscars!!! Wrong is wrong, not sure why anyone would conflate the issue with black women & Alopecia, blk men protecting black women! It is never cool to assault someone! Will is a 53 year old man, he should have used his words, where was the self control ? It’s bullshit Chris never mentioned Jadas condition! And how presumptive of ppl to assume Chris knew, I damn sure didn’t , & I use to consider myself a fan!!! SMDH, plain disrespectful!

[@veronicamwarren5750]

I agree with Claudia. I believe Will Smith dealing with deaper issues than that joke. Chris Rock was doing what he was hired to do. I don't honestly think he meant bad and knew about Jada Smith's alopecia issue. When J.S rolled her eyes is when Will changed his countenance. Chris Rock handled it with professionalism. And I again agree that the same attention and respect should have been shown him to see if he was ok.

[@lia.is.on.]

If Ketanji can remain seated after what was said to her FOR FOUR DAYS, Will could and should have kept his seat, too.

[@tonylove2237]

Thank you Syleena for keeping it real!

[@TN-hg7jc]

Thank you Claudia, Vivica for saying what some of us feel, Chris was humiliated and disrespected. And no one checked to see if he was ok. You smack someone than you cry smh.

[@MissCarla1980]

Agree with Claudia 100% on this, have to pull up the whole episode so I can hear the rest of the discussion 👍🏾

[@belinhel]

Chris Rock is the consummate professional ( I would have cried and ran away) and gentleman. He handled that really really well! I think most would have flipped out after getting hit in the face. Poor Chris that had to be shocking and embarrassing and he kept the show moving….what a man! He could have fallen on the floor and gotten hurt….

[@soniaarscott-ashman5445]

Will stepped our of line this time around. This is a crime and no need to sugar coat his behavior at all. This shows a sign of weakness on his path. He has to thank God that Chris didn't throw a slap at his ass. He should behavior like this when the young boy was making a song about his so call wife.

[@sweetkey87]

You could see Chris turning and looking for anyone over the Oscar's to step in and do something and yet nothing happened WILL SHOULD'VE KEPT THAT SAME ENERGY FOR AUGUST ALSINA

[@mika6516]

I saw that as well. He was probably thinkin....are we gonna go to commercial or nah? And he was even more shocked, when nothing was done.

[@shehound1778]

He gave his blessings he knew ,we didn't know . Why would he be mad at him ?

[@nikkithomas8199]

I agree with Claudia, it came from Jada and all the mess she has put Will through I have no sympathy for Will Smith at all whatever happens to him should. They should take the Oscar

[@author.jailangston975]

Thank you for your comment, Claudia! You had the realest response.