Will Smith Was Wrong

[@Countingthedays28]

Poor example of what to do when one feels insulted publicly.

[@Opinions-galore24]

Exactly

[@geanmoe]

I don't feel Will was insulted he should've smacked himself with that corporate ass laugh at a failed joke. Like the kiss ass at the job who thinks the boss is hilarious. Smacked the wrong nigga entirely.

[@jeanbarnett4768]

Right it could have gone a different way, tk God that Chris had spiritual restraints with him.👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🥰🥰🥰😇💖🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@coldblooded568]

Especially during a live show.

[@michaeljennings8383]

When keeping it Real Goes Wrong

[@curlymomplus28]

Agree 100%!!! Chris Rock showed class & restraint. That slap had NOTHING to do with Chris Rock. Will Smith is battling with something else. It’s just unfortunate Chris Rock was on the receiving end.

[@cruisecontrol7911]

THISSSSS ♥🙆🏾

[@jusadude186]

I admit it. I admit it. I tried to play Will Smith like a bitch. I figured since the entire black community made Will Smith their punching bag I could get a jab in too. I know what you're thinking. *You didn't even say anything about Will !* What is Jada's last name? A shot at her is a shot at him from a married mans stand point. I could have done a entanglement joke. The entanglement jokes aren't ever aimed at Jada. The entanglement jokes aren't Jada is a hoe jokes. They're Will is a bitch jokes. Now I'm not saying he should've slapped me. *But I understand* -Chris Rocks New Standup Material

[@kimberlybailey136]

I haven't watch it after seeing the "live". My heart right now is for Chris. He's a MAN, the victim of a hard, painful slap on his face, seen by millions. Having to decide in a split second what to do, how to react, to keep on script or not, how to tmreact, proceed for himself, Will, his employer, the audience, the viewers Will has more than enough support. The weight was on Chris. Prayer for him and his family.

[@Realness4sho]

💯✅🥰

[@jewelsastar255]

I agree that it could've been handled differently, but Chris was wrong for the joke. He knows that hair is a sore spot in the African American community. He made a movie about it, so why??? Maybe he was trying to soften her feelings about the hair loss. However, he made a joke about her relevance when they were boycotting the Oscars. Jada's protest did invoke a positive change. The Academy is more inclusive, now. I pray for Chris and Will. It was sad, personal and raw.

[@coldblooded568]

Exactly.

[@coldblooded568]

@@jewelsastar255 anything after but is BULLSHIY

[@cassie1102961]

💯 💯

[@evaadams8298]

Perfect response. Just like Jim Carey when he said “Wil Smith single handedly ruined the show for ALL of the other winners who worked so hard for their big moment”. Especially the poor guy after the incident who won for best documentary! It was sooo selfish. Wil Smith turned the show into trash.

[@cieragadson4094]

Right

[@ms.meangood9718]

Jim Carrey did just as worse when he grabbed that young girl on stage and kissed her in front of everybody, he's not perfect either to talk.

[@LettriceLawrence]

Damn...that is horrible That makes me feel so sad

[@Chutney1luv]

Like Jim, should be one to talk! During the Oscars, years ago, he grabbed 20 year old Alicia Silverstone on stage and tounge kissed her; without her concent! He did the Weinstein! 😳 He was married at the time and she was under 21 and shocked!!

[@jimjones1540]

Will and Jada trashy ass tarnished the Oscar.

[@Grace44979]

Amen, Ricky! Thanks for speaking up about this, because too many of our people think that incident was acceptable. It’s not - it was an embarrassment.

[@simplereally6317]

We got police putting their knees on necks killing people, folks rushing the capitol with guns killing people, we had an active shooter in the streets with an assault riffle killing people and folks on here having a melt down over a grown A*** man slapping the taste out of another man's mouth like it is a capital offence. OMG. Yall old heads already know......how many times has your mama slapped you in your mouth for being disrespectful! Chris rock already apologized and said he was being disrespectful.

[@whodat4lyfekris]

@@simplereally6317 so what are you saying?

[@Baja2424]

Right

[@donnaking8056]

Ricky you are absolutely correct on what you are saying. Will Smith was terribly wrong for slapping Chris Rock and yes Will was laughing at the joke and looked at his wife and later took off going to the stage. That was a slap in the face for the black producer for the Oscars.

[@DunDone_IT5252]

Right on Rickey! Love them both and totally disappointed in Will he such a stand up guy as well as Chris! This is too much for the culture at this point... praying they can work this out ..Chris Rock is a real one!

[@Calandr28]

Exactly. That bothered me so bad that everyone was checking on Will, but not Chris.

[@hallclmall1251]

Right?????! I’m sure they did backstage, but non of that was publicized. I really respect Chris for the way he handled that and I wish him well!

[@jackiejones9961]

Yep. They definitely should have checked on Chris!!!!

[@nitroluskincaid]

Chris targeted Jada Pinkett Smith for the 2nd time at the oscars!! Belittled, DISRESPECTED, and made fun of her in front of all their colleagus and friends.... and the ENTIRE WORLD!!! Chris rock was the bully and got what he deserved!!

[@devantewinston4865]

@@nitroluskincaid like she’s been doing to will for years kill that bro it’s a joke she had green camo colors on and a bald head gi Jane joke makes sense then the other joke he said was harmless will looks like a idiot he could lose it all for this dumb decision and guess who walks always Scott free jada showed she doesn’t care about will by letting him even do that

[@moniquegarvey311]

@@nitroluskincaid calling her GI Jane 2 was funny Will laughed 😅 Chris was the mature one it's words I would've spit right in Will face Chris better than me

[@jackiemcdaniel9592]

We’re living in a society that wrong is called right, And right is called wrong. People will stand up for evil deeds.

[@MeshunnaSiggers]

It's sickening the world is sickening. All I have to say is people need to keep their hands to themselves!

[@baddhabit3082]

Will Needs To Have A One On One Conversation With Chris..That Should've Never Ever Happened...Will Right About One Thing Love Will Make U Do Crazy Things....But It's Really Also Up To U To Control Your Emotions....What If That Love Puts U In Jail If Chris Wanted To Press Charges...Think B 4 U Reacted.

[@mrwodabe]

We ALL KNOW he got SOME "ting" going on, as y'all say. Yeah, in a "How you doin'?" kinda way. He was, allegedly, defending the BEARD.... So much for DIVERSITY.. moving forward.

[@hermesalonso3968]

I was just saying this it's so strange & weird what has happened to ppl 🤔

[@tymbreturner501]

@@MeshunnaSiggers As well as their MOUTHS Too!! Keep your mouth off of People too. The tongue is the most sickening and dirtiest part of the body.. One action is no greater than the other. They Both were out of order!!

[@Ree-vn9dc]

That's exactly what I was thinking Ricky, how in the world did the audience stand up and give Will a standing ovation after he just assaulted and humiliated Chris in front of the world.

[@DrDiannaTheDealBreaker]

And Will had the boldness to apologize to everyone except that one he slapped

[@chelechiffon9222]

That Part

[@leeahe2063]

Why would he apologize... He ain't sorry, did Chris apologize to Jada?

[@pissedoff689]

I think Chris should apologize to Will first. These damn comedians need to learn that it's some lines that you shouldn't cross. But Will was wrong for doing it at that moment.

[@That85Scorpio]

@@leeahe2063 Was Chris truly given a chance to? Will Smith's WORDS could have the same impact from his seat. It was joke, reaction, then commentary after the fact.

[@felishapittman2778]

Exactly!

[@carlatrimuel1124]

Finally a celebrity who is not afraid to call a thing a thing. Thanks for standing up for what’s right. We can all love Will and still emphatically say he was wrong. Chris brother keep your chin up.

[@tammylynnbr]

Yes call a thang a thang

[@flex5752]

@@tammylynnbr huh

[@over50t66]

No slap,Chris Rock knew better about Black Women Hair jokes. He made a movie Good Hair 🤯

[@wandaboynton2021]

And Chris did not know she has that disease ,none of us knew that man did not deserve to be slap for a lame joke he told.

[@shawnreid6123]

I concur.

[@datsapaddlin6449]

I’m a Will Smith fan but that was pathetic to see. He handled that like a love and hip hop reunion.

[@KV-mz8ro]

Right just tacky!

[@deedj389]

Naw he handle that like a man...

[@datsapaddlin]

@@deedj389 a man desperately seeking his insecure wife’s approval

[@tammyleachman1850]

No one will look at him the same any longer. He just canceled his own image

[@MsMoore-rc9du]

Word!

[@ruthgoldbergives6945]

I recognized what he did. Will Smith Did a "Hail Mary Pass" The "Hail Mary" pass: That last second, long shot attempt for a losing football team to come from behind and win the game. While these miracle throws have generated some of the most exciting plays in NFL history, the term became commonplace after one football game that happened 41 years ago on Wednesday.Dec 28, 2016 gospelgirl I am the Defense

[@gabriellew.1164]

You are absolutely on point, Ricky!!! And Chris' joke was a fluff joke, light-hearted joke, lame joke, was nothing to rise to the level of malicious disrespect...

[@ep3865]

And Chris even said before the joke,"Jada i love you" . Mind you Jada is out and about laughing out her condition. But here we have her making her husband look like a clown. Well he deserves her.

[@exploregreer1048]

Malicious assault, a crime. And blatant disrespect.

[@gabriellew.1164]

@@exploregreer1048 You said it better! That's what I meant...

[@happycamp4834]

Cris Rock handled it like a grown man. Lost all respect for Will. He is a damn comedian

[@sherryboyd394]

Like a real man? wouldn't have said that about another man's wife on live TV, his tongue cause Wills anger but the devil will do that to ruin lives but go praise Chris Rock?.

[@mlane8980]

@@sherryboyd394 but did he have to be so black about it? It was so embarrassing but Rock handled it like a star kept the show rolling.

[@pissedoff689]

That's subjective because in the streets Chris is the bitch!

[@DCharmainE]

That’s what comedians do!! I just feel like will have said some messed up stuff about ppl in his career now the tables flipped he wanna be macho naaa it don’t work that way Chris rock was doing what he do!

[@keithlott5146]

@@sherryboyd394 what did he say that when compared to what comedians say, was so bad. It's bad because it's Will and Jada, no other reason than that. Comedians should have the right and space to speak, they are a necessary part of society. They have said ten times worst and people rolled with it because its comedy. Cory Holcomb say a lot worst and he still getting booked. We give passes to stars on certain levels who someone like,

[@ChavaSaraa]

I was confused as well because Will was laughing at first! I’m so glad things didn’t get totally out of hand!! Kudos to Chris for being professional and still found a way to still be joking! Please keep your hands to yourself and learn to contain your emotions!

[@Lyrical_Replies]

It was a joke

[@R.R.1980]

That’s what I said first you laughing then ur upset

[@peggydevine724]

You are so right Ricky what's wrong with us black peoples towards each other it was so embarrassing

[@kingboot24]

He probably didn’t realize what he was taking bout at first cause I didn’tget it either till I looked up g I Jane

[@divinebeauty2070]

Maybe he's one of those ppl who laugh when they're upset🤷🏾‍♀️

[@janarn6887]

The look on Chris’s face hurt my feelings and made me teary eyed … seriously!!!! He is a class act … for real for real !! He handled it so well !!! I’m just feelin Will wouldn’t had done that without someone urging him to because he was absolutely laughing at first !!! Until he saw her face … No excuse for his actions though !! It just seems so not like Will to be aggressive!!

[@ISayToMyself]

Question. How come security didn’t run up on stage?

[@thejusticeavengers1]

Cause it’s Will Smith, they wouldn’t have stopped him

[@MsO4u]

Yes!!!!!! Why???? If it was Kanye....it would have been all bad

[@taylorwaylor8965]

Will lost it. Nobody saw it coming. They even cheered when he came on stage.

[@brandonwill2977]

Chris tried to call them.. listen again

[@KV-mz8ro]

Security, entourage or somebody!

[@silavia7]

I agree. Will didn't have no business putting his hands on that man..

[@TrinaHoward]

Exactly!

[@Lyrical_Replies]

In reality he didn't it was a stage act

[@stanleyapollon1318]

Especially a Black man. Tragically, Sidney Poitier (R.I.P) is rolling in his grave! Make me wanna holler!

[@kevinjackson2314]

Will should've looked in the mirror and slapped himself because he LAUGHED at the joke too!! Only going after Rock after looking at Jada's reaction!

[@whoodro7278]

Smh...beta males

[@mslj9356]

I love Chris Rock, even more today. He is a class act. Everyone who gave Will Smith a standing ovation should feel stupid.

[@goodhearted6782]

YESSSZZZ

[@Strongmentality12]

Every single one

[@tarajackson4356]

Really a class act that disrespected a woman in front of everyone. Will was wrong but he's no class act he always going for big reaction there it was

[@mslj9356]

Hi Tara! 👍🏽 I see your point but: Chris Rock didn’t deserve to be physically assaulted. No one does. 🙁AND….I don’t believe Jada is insecure about her looks. I had a very similar hairstyle a year ago.It’s quite empowering. I would recommend it…So, I’m not fallin’ for the okie doke. Violence is never okay.💯

[@jasminehammond5866]

This was terrible,I would have slapped his ass back!!

[@RetroSoul93]

“At the end of the day, you cannot be putting your hands on people.” 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Mill835]

Slapping a man or woman in the face is the ultimate show of disrespect!!

[@FAAFO_TrIbE]

Almost on the same level as spitting in someone’s face.

[@BROOK69BANKS]

Nah spitting is

[@FAAFO_TrIbE]

@@user-xd2nx9mh1j She’s been wearing her hair in different styles from being overly bleached to bald. Go back and watch the ending of Set it Off. Jada is being extra. The harlot was grinning and shit too. That joke was not even abrasive. If she felt some kind of way, she should have worn a headdress. Plus, in one of her videos she stated that she loved her bald head. On another note, the simp with the battery in his back assaulted a man with autism. Yes, Chris has a form of autism who now has the last laugh.

[@dellahaney2986]

he needed to apologize to Chris Rock when he won his Oscar instead of everyone else. For Will to get a standing ovation after apologizing to everyone he should have been escorted out of the building at once

[@taurussho86]

He shouldn't had the chance of going on stage. Award should've been nulled and he should've went to jail. Another situation where fame and money gets you out of trouble

[@Miguelperry411]

Will showed just how insecure he is with his masculinity or lack thereof. He wanted to prove how masculine and manly he is but went about it the wrong way. Violence does not equal masculinity. He's too old not to know that.

[@shawntajones6764]

yep...I agree

[@brother-dre]

Yes, his actions actually had the opposite effect.

[@martinparispsable]

If Chris Rock was reading from a teleprompter, a script some one else writes for the PAID host/presenter, Is Will gon Slapped 👋 Oscars owners for the allowing the comment that could’ve read by ANY presenter/host? Mr Smiley I completely agree with you!

[@TreasureChest0806]

Finally a voice of reason! Now of Chris Rock hadn’t been the good man he is, it would’ve been a whole brawl on tv. Will Smith was wrong. He is not a fighter, a thug, a street guy - he’s a rich Hollywood actor & if that were someone like The ROCK or even Kanye, he wouldn’t have done that.

[@_win3433]

You think The Rock would’ve made that joke be real, i don’t think so. It wasn’t even funny

[@dwaynesmith4094]

Will is a trained boxer. But I still do not agree with his actions.

[@ldog205]

I think that's irrelevant, because if you put a police on the stage no one would have did anything!

[@ldog205]

We all pick our battles, let's be honest.

[@dwaynesmith4094]

@@ldog205 agree 👍🏽

[@candisebishop3019]

So now Will Smith is asking everyone to give him grace and to understand his point, but he never extended that grace to Chris Rock. He never gave him (Chris Rock) the opportunity to apologize and make the correction. There was no grace for Chris Rock and everyone is all for Will Smith and none for Chris Rock. That's crazy to me, you can't expect grace without giving grace.

[@shannonh2291]

You don’t know that. I hope that he called him personally or even asked to meet up with Chris Rock to apologize. There is history between the two men I believe. Violence is never the answer though!! I had to learn that myself!!🙏🏾👠

[@kathysherman501]

Facts!!!

[@annhans3535]

🙏

[@melaj3956]

Amen

[@jw9360]

Rickey I agree. We have struggled as Black people to receive acceptance and acknowledgement of our talents by the Academy. This is a huge detrimental to our race and those who have worked so hard to get us to this point in history. I watched the Oscar's this year specifically to cheer on Will. What he did in front of the world was atrocious. I don't care for Jada but I am tired of the conversations around our hair. We get that enough from Whites but for us to do it to each other is repulsive. Will lacks emotional intelligence. He and his family need intensive therapy there are so many issues here, but they should not have played out at the Oscar's. Chris really should get an award for how he handled himself because so many others would have whooped Will's ass on that same stage and suffered the consequences later. I'm disgusted by the whole thing. This has really set us back in how we as Blacks are viewed by others. Those with platforms and voices really have a responsibility greater than their own. I really appreciate your comments Rickey.

[@cmiddlebrook1957]

Will Smith don't have the power to set Black folks back! Of course, there will forever be morons who stereotype, but I'm living my accomplished life by God's grace, not by what every other person of color is doing with theirs. Anyway, It says more about Hollywood "elite", that they stood up and applauded him after that idiot move!

[@givegodthanks]

Well said.

[@teefree8041]

Chyy dam them I'm more about us.

[@antoniowashington6148]

Especially Shannon Sharpe on Undisputed because he didn't like the incident on this and he wants to kick his butt and Jim Carrey didn't like it all believe that's spineless.

[@brother-dre]

You are wasting precious emotional energy if you chase acceptance from others. Accept yourself. If the Oscars, and other politically driven awards, are the litmus tests for advancement, Black people will eternally classified as a sub-category.

[@audreewaiters9853]

"Would he have slapped Jimmy Kemel?" Spot on!!!! This was my first point.

[@kacthinkforyourself6968]

Ì turned my TV off as well. That was so disgusting to me as a black man to see that trash. I felt for the Williams family. I respect how Chris handled that situation. No excuse for putting your hands on another man. What would Sidney Poitier or Denzel do? Will is standing on the foundation of many talented black artists who paved the way for him. Smh..🤔

[@janicehicks1673]

Denzel Washington was robbed of another Oscar award for Macbeth

[@shanequaaustin8908]

What would Samuel L. Jackson do?

[@Giselle_Glam594]

Blah blah blah

[@Khyboh]

I was DISGUSTED!!! Chris should press charges against him and make him accountable.

[@annhans3535]

Sidney Poitier is the definition of a true gentleman.

[@shylincoleporter8347]

HE WAS WRONG, HE'S BEEN IN THIS INDUSTRY LONG ENOUGH TO KNOW HOW TO HANDLE SITUATIONS LIKE THIS, IT WAS ACTUALLY EMBARRASSING TO SEE.... YOU CAN TELL HE'S GOING THROUGH SOME STUFF BUT THIS WAS DEFINITELY THE WRONG TIME AND WRONG WAY TO EXPRESS HIMSELF... HE HAS DEEP ROOTED ISSUES, THAT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH CHRIS.

[@kevinhobson8921]

West Philly nation 4 L

[@sheldonsmith3680]

Cris just said it was just a joke.

[@kathycampbell7641]

Will and Jayda marriage they don't even look happy at the awards what a put on‼️

[@Rubi1213]

I agree!

[@queenximora1097]

Its Jada and her entanglementssssssssssssss, keep yo hands to yourself. His owner didnt like what was said a d she put her lapdog on Chris to ATTACK. Will is/ always been a chump imo. Big up to Chris Rock for staying professional

[@carlynesaintroc4709]

Well said Ricky! Those backing Will Smith are shortsighted and a bunch of hypocrites. I'm most certain that had they themselves or their loved ones been slapped, punched, knocked out, or God-forbid... worst, for mere spoken words under non-threatening, non-escalating circumstances, they’d see things differently.

[@kimtolliferreo4717]

100% correct!!!!.... Totally uncalled for, and hugely embarrassing!!!!!

[@geneviemcgurk5437]

Well said.

[@elainegreen39]

And I'm sure if it was ur wife or daughter you shave did the same Leave the s++t MR PERFECT RICKY A++

[@theresamyles8495]

Stop the bulletin Chris was wrong

[@marineforever3873]

@elainegreen39 / You missed the whole ideology. I would have handled it differently. Number one, Chris Rock has always been the type of Comedian who roast people on the front row That's his job, so you mean to tell me you now get punched on the National Television for doing your work. The joke was not that to the point for Will to punch Chris. Did he go after August for the relationship with Jada. August said things that should have stayed out of public ear, but Will didn't slap or hit him. Lastly, Will thought the joke was funny until he saw Jada's facial expression. Will pulled a Sucker, move knowing the Chris hands were tied being a Presenter on the Oscars. Had Chris responded, it would have ruined the Oscars for sure. Especially considering how many Black Oscar Winners were receiving award. Lastly, Will Smith showed himself weak with an apology to everyone except Chris when accepting his Award.

[@Widkey]

This is the night Chris Rock saved the Oscars and Will Smith's career from Will Smith.

[@solokizzy737]

I agree Ricky and I’m glad somebody is speaking out against Will’s actions. It surprised me the standing ovation he got from the crowd. It’s scary to see how people think these days. If people think stuff like that is okay, this world is headed for destruction fast.

[@joanthony4574]

We have to keep praying for the world!

[@chrissalley9468]

Yep.You're right. I've told people you cant hold kids accountable when the adults act like fools. Society will pay for it

[@rhemawilliams4983]

After Trump decency and civility have left most of American discourse. Even in what is supposed to be a classy environment as you stated, there was no decorum. He apologized to the "academy" when he took the stage but not to Chris he needs to be locked up. Did he and his family including his disrespectful son Jaden consider how his conduct dishonored Mr. Williams and Venus and Serena who were present? When Mr Williams should have been lauded and celebrated for all he has accomplished he (Will Smith) prevented it from happening. Such a shame. Chris Rock needs to let the cops pick him up in handcuffs so that others may be deterred from such actions in the future and then let him apologize in $ and cents with a 40 million law suit. If this is allowed to be settled in private with no public consequences, somebody will try it again in the future.

[@moonwalker2016]

Will smith said sorry for what he did

[@rhemawilliams4983]

@@moonwalker2016 it was Chris he assaulted and he never apologized to him. He may be SORRY but he was not apologetic to the person he disrespected and offended the most.

[@conealblack1164]

Looks like Chris was about to swing back but he caught himself and thought better of himself, Chris was the professional.

[@christopherdejarnett2152]

I saw that too. It looked like his initial response was to knuckle up. He chose composure, but it did look like his first reaction was one of self-defense.

[@jesusislord3321]

I saw that too.

[@tech568]

I caught that to,big ups to CR he handled that with some serious class

[@GlendaleAcres910]

Anddddd it also looked like he held some words back! He Could have went in, yet chose to take the “high road.”

[@vanessahanley2143]

...My professionalism would've gone right out the window - Because I be DAMN

[@kljlwill]

"When you get in your 40's and 50's you aint got no business doing shit like that cuz you know better" PLEASE SAY THIS AGAIN FOR THE PEOPLE EVERYWHERE NOT JUST IN THE BACK!!!!!!

[@ramonajohnson757]

Please do not forget 30s because I wouldn't expect that for my 30 something year old husband either!

[@moniquegarvey311]

💯

[@everythingkaye]

Yesssss! Rickey, I clicked too and pulled my comforter up on my shoulder...I was looking for the Equalizer anyway👀💯

[@alexismatthews3486]

Everyone should keep their hands to themselves, because attacking someone, for no reason, could bring about injury or worse, death!

[@goodhearted6782]

Sooo Trueeee

[@FAAFO_TrIbE]

He’s lucky it wasn’t sudden death for him.

[@tella117]

If he would have done that to me I would have died on stage...

[@Forevermonet]

You are 100% right. The other point I feel that everyone is missing is that this is inciting violence and open season on comedians for doing their job. Big and small just because someone got in their feelings about a joke, that doesn't even have to be directly aimed at them. I'm sure a lot of comedians are very uncomfortable right now. Because they're being shown that you can be violently attacked for doing their passion when it's not even a disrespectful joke.

[@kevinlee9929]

FACTS

[@aligaines8476]

And security is bad as it is at clubs.

[@nestlee1987]

You are 100% right!

[@The4kO504]

Nobody is mad about Comedians telling jokes. However you can't tell a joke about someone's illnesses. This is a fact that seems to go over people's heads

[@shad10]

He definitely chose the one to pull that stunt on. Bet he wouldn't have pulled that on Steve Harvey regardless of the context of his wife's medical condition or not!

[@alexanderhall6053]

Real grown man commentary. Gotta Love Ricky

[@steve_smith3133]

Facts!!!

[@graceannmercy8206]

This is why we love Ricky Smiley, always keeping it REAL!!! Thank you Mr. Smiley

[@roblee4457]

If you can’t control your emotions people will always have control over you💯

[@ceceprincess4758]

Right

[@kiatompkins]

🙌🏾 FACTS!

[@kimtolliferreo4717]

Yeah like Jada!

[@MeshunnaSiggers]

Right!

[@Rabbsson726]

IF YOU DON'T/WON'T/ CAN'T DEFEND YOUR "BOUNDARIES"...YOU DON'T HAVE ANY AND YOU DON'T DESERVE TO HAVE ANY!!! CHRIS ROCK IS TOO DAMN OLD TO THINK (VERBALLY) ATTACKING A MANS WIFE...ESPECIALLY AN ILLNESS...WAS GONNA BE "LAUGHED OFF"...THAT CONFIRMS HIS "CELLAR" LEVEL RESPECT.

[@RickHTown]

There's got to to be something deeper than GI Jane joke. I understand Jada's unfortunate condition but with it she's still a 10. Will Smith going thru something deeper than just a GI Jane joke

[@Blacksheepp660]

I seen somewhere he already had beef with him for some other joke they said on the morning show!

[@royalgold8045]

When it comes to females self Image it can hit harder than it does males, Will Smith knows her feelings about that so he defended her, he knows she already feeling down, so he wanted to protect her feelings, when it hits her it hits him, that’s the kind of love he has for her.

[@wonderful7090]

The brother is just tired of being disrespected. All brought on by his wife. Will found it be funny then Jada gave him that look. He just took out all his frustrations on Chris. He was wrong but he’s tired and snapped. IMO. My heart goes out to Chris as well as Will.

[@mamat1213]

I agree! I think he might have said something to Chris before hand like “hey homeboy don’t you mention me or my wife on stage tonight” and that’s why he took it personally

[@jimmybrown2040]

@@royalgold8045 ... so when it comes to females it's ok to let her disrespect your man hood and fuck other men in your house cause that make her feel good... will Smith actions was pure bitchassness and bought on by his wife's treatments of him and nothing else

[@banngle4]

Irony reports have it that Chris Rock didn’t even write the joke. But writers from the academy awards did the very same academy that Will Smith said sorry to, but not the man he attacked.

[@portiawhite7132]

Also Fresh Prince of Belair spent years of demeaning fat jokes about the Father , I wonder did he always feel good about those jokes after every episode!!

[@jewelsastar255]

The writers responded that Chris told the joke without permission from the writers.

[@michaelmorrison783]

Facts

[@michaelmorrison783]

Jada boycotting the Grammys is like me boycotting Rihanna’s panties I wasn’t invited this what did it

[@chi8772]

@@portiawhite7132 wasn’t that a tv show? Hence its not real life

[@cdrone4066]

Jada puts all their stuff out on her podcast and a joke offends her, so stunning and brave. He wasn’t protecting his wife he was protecting his feelings.

[@firstladypie760]

Well said 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@MyGodsHouse]

She put it out there so that the truth was out there before people start saying non factual info. NOW Chris was not a victim maybe he will watch his mouth. Jokes at other feelings expense? Its ok what Rock did??You have to be cautious to speak about LBGQT and everyone nowadays. So maybe Rock will dig deep and truly become creative in another way.

[@thedude9044]

I'm glad you brought up the charges. Most don't know, that in Cali.. the STATE can pick it up regardless of what the victim decides. They have it on film so there is no fighting the case either. The level of support for Will is CRAZY.

[@greymatters7039]

Yep. Same here in VA. The state can file FOR you.

[@keepsit100atalltime9]

That's what Judge Joe Brown said, too.

[@jasoncagle9862]

In Jersey to

[@BuzinessChic81]

Yep happens in Texas too

[@feliciawashington6385]

The state of California isn’t going to waste precious resources on a darn slap!!! What they need to be doing is finding out who’s murdering and raping all of those people!! Do y’all know how many unsolved murder and rape cases they’ve got?! The state has more pressing issues to direct those resources towards.

[@yogithelady80]

If Dave Chapelle had made that same joke, Will wouldn't have reacted that way because Will know it would've went down different. It seems as though Chris was a softer target and as a man who made jokes, Will knew better.

[@MerriChristi]

On a podcast, Chris Rock stated that he allowed people to get away with things because he was afraid of his own anger. As a child, he was bullied relentlessly.. One day he retaliated. He almost tore this bully apart with a brick. He was protecting himself, but he was afraid he was going too far and that the bully could die. Rock said he does not want to get to that place again. He had to speak with a therapist to work through that.

[@taurussho86]

@@MerriChristi still wouldn't let a man that smacked me get away Scott free

[@shantejohnson2267]

Thank you..will knew Dave would have donkey Kong his but...

[@wlachappelle]

I said the same thing

[@ms.meangood9718]

Dave Chappelle wouldn't make jokes about someone else's wife sickness either.

[@lisaairington1858]

I feel you Rickey!!! This was totally wrong, I just see Will Smith in a total different light behind this! I have no more respect for Will Smith, and his wife! She was being messy! Yes she was, end of story! Nothing but love for Chris Rock!!!

[@ariraquel4567]

I AGREE , THEY BOTH ARE MESSY ,, THE SMITHS WONT EVER GET MY T.V RATINGS AGAIN.. THEY RICH ENOUGH TO ACT THIS RATCHETT THEY NEED TO RETIRE ANYWAYS ,,, TEAM CHRIS ROCK ALLDAY

[@lucindajackson1129]

It was a joke and that's his job. He was laughing at first. When Chris saw him coming he called and told them he was coming. No security came out to assist. Now Chris children and family will have to handle the drama behind it. Kids are harsh. Will had other issues going on. Chris you are the ideal person to turn the other cheek.

[@howardrose2807]

i agree with you Ricky, i thought he would have pulled him to the side and just talked to him.. there was no need for it, no need

[@jeanbarnett4768]

The prosecutor can still lock him up and charge him because of it being on TV.

[@darlenesmith5086]

I pray he needs to be made a example of. No one cares about hollkywood privilege

[@chiomaigwe9012]

My point exactly he laughed at the joke and then gonna slap Chris Rock crazy as hell !!!

[@km-oy6pr]

Shout to Chris Rock for taking one for the team and keeping Black America from going over the cliff that Will Smith took us to in that moment. Chris handled that horrific moment with (world) class, strength, dignity, and next level professionalism. Will may have defended his wife but Chris Rock's actions (or lack thereof) protected an entire people

[@firstladypie760]

Brilliant!!! Brilliant!! Well said

[@biancavega4583]

Rickey needs to go on every news network this was so clear and on point!

[@benlewis1239]

And u is right ? On everything we alll make mistakes . But hell if someone slap me hell Noone cares there not gone make it a big deal . Noone is gone like Will Smith now !!! That's

[@benlewis1239]

Yes he was wrong!!!

[@benlewis1239]

What did Chris say first of all?

[@benlewis1239]

U is right he too old to be fight ? When u in your 40ty and 50ty u too old to be trying to slap or fight anyone

[@vetareels7665]

The best break down of the situation this far

[@ep3865]

And Chris even said before the joke,"Jada i love you" . Mind you Jada is out and about laughing out her condition. But here we have her making her husband look like a clown. Well he deserves her.

[@lilliebarr3725]

Will smith was wrong. He slapped chris rock for nothing. I don't understand Why what he said was offensive. I commend chris rock for having enough restraint to not strike back. Can you imagine what would've Happen if he punched him back? I would have been embarrassed for all of Us. He should have talked to chris privately. G What will did was monstrous.

[@Msdee321]

Will was totally out of line.. he is supposed to be a role model, but he just lost all my respect for him. He should have been arrested for assaulting Chris. So proud of the way Chris handled the incident. You are a true professional!

[@yvettestanford5482]

Many folks were backing Will and saying he did right to honor his wife. I disagree when perhaps a door was opened by the wife to begin with. Anyway a teaching moment for my teen son that we can not physically attack or assault someone because of words, what was said that you don't like. People are dead and gone because of offense and their feelings being hurt or either they're in jail. I pray for healing and humility. Pride always comes before the fall. Sometimes we just need to leave both the devil and God out of the mess that we get ourselves into. The devil didn't come for Jada or Will with that joke and God didn't want Will to react as he did. The evil here was pride and not being humble enough to ask forgiveness.

[@pambonner1017]

Will is sick of his wife embarrassing him and Chris just caught final straw I hope Will gets the help and healing he needs 🙏

[@debrajames1103]

So very true!

[@mrrpswife]

Yes

[@p.gizzle90]

Agreed!😔 He just fed up! It’s just sad and ridiculous altogether.

[@sweetangiegirl1]

Yes!!! It wasn't the joke, it was Jada.

[@barbaraholland2809]

@Pam Bonner I agree with you 💯. You see the deep pain on Will Smith's face. I Pray Will gets the help he needs. Sad case. 🙏💔😔😷

[@kennonmoss7854]

I guarantee you he would have not slapped Eddie Griffin

[@Jarhead-te8id]

Kennon Moss Right!

[@glonavytray3728]

Of course not, Eddie a real one

[@wandasanders9043]

Yes he would have, Eddie was gonna do what?

[@jaeblaine1237]

He had got his ass handed to him if did

[@adonaspayne4839]

Ohn Gawd

[@fantrash222]

I think the thing that upsets me the most, is that if Will had slapped someone who was white or a woman, he would’ve been arrested on the spot. It shows how fucked our legal system is.

[@coldblooded568]

It's not even that, it's the audacity. The disrespect. He would have NEVERRRR done this to a White man.

[@Boss2164]

Fkkk that if he slapped someone that’s a imposing factor. Bet he wouldn’t of smacked the Rock or Mike Tyson

[@netth9168]

Chris declined to press charges

[@CarmenBIGPRESSURECaBoom]

It also shows how more acceptable it is for a black man to be assaulted, disrespected and abused by ANOTHER black man.

[@patriciahunt6943]

He has apologized that not enough for you ppl

[@WorthlessDeadEnd]

Rickey Smiley! I loved your Church's Chicken radio commercials! *_"Bow your head, baby."_*

[@WhatsHappening90]

This was the most logical response I've heard yet... and I agree, at a certain age- you gotta learn how to handle things differently.

[@elynette]

Mr. Smiley, I am a Criminal Justice student and Will Smith could still be prosecuted for ASSAULT. Mr. Smiley, you are absolutely correct with every word that proceeded out of your mouth and that’s Real Talk!!

[@Mmeme2023]

I'm praying for Chris' daughters, they didn't deserve to see or feel that disrespect shown to their father 🤎🤎

[@Khyboh]

I said the same thing to my family. His children didn't deserve that.💔

[@bluediamond9281]

Those girls learned the most valuable lesson: True principles, restraint, integrity, respect & other self respecting qualities...True Colors.

[@Chutney1luv]

Exactly! This will tarnish their memory forever! Anyone who assaults, or harms anyone that you know, is hard to get over! Especially your parents! It will take some time! 🤕

[@davidellington2327]

They learned to keep your mouth closed in certain issues in public because everything isn't in good taste and that's why he got SLAPPED IN THE MOUTH

[@joyslove3858]

@@bluediamond9281 Exactly

[@jamerippy8658]

I am telling y'all that a lot of folks need to listen to Ricky on this. I like the way he uses his platform for positive approaches to solving tough issues.

[@vanessahanley2143]

...Rickey and somebody should've removed Will from stage at that moment. And like I said if that was Kanye he damn sure would've been taken down and arrested.

[@MsO4u]

EXACTLY 💯 KANYE WOULD HAVE BEEN CUFFED UP!!!

[@whodat4lyfekris]

Really Kanye would have been locked up...😑 I disagree y'all let Kanye slide with a lot.

[@vickiethompson229]

So true and kanye wouldn't be betting down people

[@MillionaireRae]

Speaking of kanye where is he

[@MsO4u]

@@MillionaireRae Kanye somewhere chilling....thanking God the heat ain't on him for a minute. He was actually out with Kim and the kids.

[@shavondakelly2631]

Yes Ricky he was wrong on so many levels smh I’m still embarrassed for Chris.

[@louisejones798]

Why. Chris took it like a pro. I’m embarrassed for Will. The way Chris handled himself made Will and Jade look like fools

[@hutoxivajifdar3218]

I feel for CHRIS ROCK

[@rhemawilliams4983]

@@hutoxivajifdar3218 very much so especially for his children and siblings. Chris should sue the pants off Will Smith and the academy awards for not providing adequate security and allowed the perpetrator who victimized him to stay in the room after the assault. They all must learn that this never be permitted to ever happen again.

[@kaeceijones]

I'm glad somebody said something because no matter how you try to justify it, Will Smith was wrong!! Especially for someone whose always making inspirational videos.. giving out positive advice and shit. 🤦🏾‍♀️ I know I love Chris Rock even more for how classy he handled that situation because the assault wasn't even necessary over that corny ass joke. Then he gonna cry and apologize to everyone except the man he violated!

[@thetruthhurts599]

His ticket sales soared over night.

[@ms.miraclewalking982]

Say it again for the people in the back 🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯. He assaulted that man which was very distasteful smdh. Will acted like a teenager who couldn't control his emotions smdh. Will should choose his battles wisely everything doesn't need a reaction.

[@edanluna9896]

I think what really is so baffling to me is that Alopecia isn’t wonderful but it is not a death sentence. I have Alopecia, Narcolepsy, Ulcerative Colitis and as of recent Multiple Sclerosis. I am excellent. I get joked on and I laugh. Jada makes a stunning kick ass GI Jane.

[@audrial.6893]

Jada is gorgeous and always wear her hair short. Chris did not know she had alopecia. She’ll make a great G.I. Jane.

[@baddd59]

Stupid . Our people will stay under the master thumb. Chris was wrong . He was making jokes all night . Lol he laughed bc he was like I’m bout to whoop ya ass

[@buddyraw9778]

Well said OG (I hope that title isn't offensive, I mean well with respect). Thank you for your words of wisdom and insight. Much love Mr. Smiley. Thank you sir.

[@tabathahewston]

You're absolutely right Ricky. I'll never look at him the same way again. Disappointed is an understatement

[@alwiyad1977]

Point on, point on

[@jamesgeorge5276]

Tabatha Hewston I am so with you on this one!! I am done with Will and Jada and those entitled kids PERIOD!!

[@valeriegadsden7898]

Beyond upsetting 💯😢 i too will never look at Will the same.

[@KatieLee0823]

I expected more from Will but I think when Jada rolled her eyes that triggered him to react but he should’ve had discipline!

[@barbaraetuk9259]

He was laughing at first, until he saw his wife's face, and the way she was looking , like an eye roll. Ooops

[@DrDiannaTheDealBreaker]

Thank you Rickey As a black single woman I was embarrassed by Will. I lost respect for him because he had no business putting his hand on another brother in a tux over a joke

[@lanettakilgore2757]

Absolutely correct! Leave that kinda mess in the streets where it belongs ( how dare him )

[@silavia7]

Yeah, I would not have wanted my husband to do that. That is embarrassing because everyone knows it was a &!%$# move. He wouldn't have done that on the streets.

[@FAAFO_TrIbE]

@@StaplesPropertyAcquisitionsHow do you know that’s why she is single? She knows that there is a sound way to handle any situation. Anyway, Will didn’t defend his wife, he defended his ego. Jada is a harlot who got Will so p***y whipped...he is emotionally all over the place. It had nothing to do with the hair joke, but more with the unshakable thoughts of a younger man with more penis girth and stamina than him (he admitted in so many words on the red table episode).

[@tyedajones7198]

How you lose Respect for Will Smith for 1 incident!!! After defending his Wife! Will has shown nothing but love & Respect to everyone!!

[@silvernblack21]

As a married black woman, if anyone comes for me in public I don't expect my husband to sit and do nothing. I like being protected, rather than being seen as an open target who folks think they can demean and laugh at 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@dawnlael8888]

My family and I are traumatized what happened to Chris. Thank you Mr. Smiley for your honesty. I totally agree with you👏🏽

[@dorothybrooks5678]

Rickey Smiley is definitely definitely definitely right I agree with him 100%

[@Sithtuber]

Yep

[@kendricklewis4947]

Nobody is exempt from jokes because that's what they are!! Will could've handled it back stage...

[@toosassy]

@Kendrick Lewis ~ That's wtf I said!! And plus they were sitting up front and erbody know that front row will get you talked abt!! Will just added to the black on black violence storyline, for sure!!🙄

[@ninaedwards4177]

Why? Chris publicly embarrassed his wife. If you had a wife who dealing this condition you don't know how she's really dealing with. It hard to deal with hair loss because they are friends makes it hard. This is bullying when you know a person is dealing with a problem it's wrong to teased. Thanks to Will standing up for Black queen

[@kendricklewis4947]

@@ninaedwards4177 did chris know she had the condition?? We don't know but if will slapped him in public he should apologize in public!!🤔

[@kendricklewis4947]

And he was laughing at first!!🤔

[@Steelers_Girl]

I love Chris Rock. I hope he makes an entire comedy skit on Jada. Will was wrong. Will was laughing too. Jada looks cute with her hair cut like that. Didn't know she had alopecia

[@karenwhite4141]

Yasss!!! The ULTIMATE revenge! I said the same thing. All he needs is a good five, ten minutes

[@acr8615]

I didn't know neither

[@DeeDiamond2981]

He has specials from his tour

[@keyfield8967]

Will simpin and cryin like a pssy...horrible for him to be actin like that- too many white folk love to "run" with sh1t like that...

[@starantionette194]

No darn apology over a joke. It's a darn joke. Point, blank, period. Don't put your hands on people period. He didn't hurt his wife, no need to defend her low self esteem ass. I took that joke as a compliment. A darn JOKE. Sick, evil ass people.

[@NatRosen]

I'm way...confused than you, Rickey. He was laughing and turned around all gangster. The icing on the cake he gave a bs speech and got standing ovation from Hollyweird. I understand CR doesn't want to press charges but I were him I would sue the F out of Will Smith.

[@patricejones334]

He the only one who got some damn sense cause I love Will more than Chris but Will was wrong. It makes me upset that nobody is standing up and saying he's wrong for taking it that far. He could have said something and left it at that. I wish more celebs would stand up for what's right and not because he's the bigger celeb

[@janedough6410]

They are. A large majority agree that Will was wrong and there should be consequences. Will may be going through things that needs to be addressed, but that doesn't minimize the damage.

[@jewelsastar255]

It appears that Will is going through an emotional crisis.

[@janedough6410]

Imbalanced. Needs time away alone to regroup... go back to roots.

[@lilburroughs5002]

How is Will going to discipline a grown man, when he refused to discipline his kids , over the years???

[@traciewilliams4421]

You betta say that!!!

[@jb3702]

Damn!

[@kimwilliams3212]

Right!

[@Amodernelder]

That part!

[@uniquepurpose03]

True Facts

[@COTH23]

Thank you Rickey for bringing out that Chris may not have known about Jada's condition. It was assumed by both Jada and Will that Chris should know. Not cool. Chris actually said later that he did not know that she had alopecia. I believe him. While filming his documentary, Good Hair, Chris actually interviewed a woman which had alopecia. She told him how she had to learn to embrace herself. So, therefore, he surely understood that that was no laughing matter.

[@denicewms]

Will has ascended to WW status. He even pulled out the weaponized tears after he assaulted Chris Rock. Hoping Chris, his daughters and loved ones are getting the help and support they need after that violent, emasculating, public assault by Will Smith.

[@graceannmercy8206]

I didn't hear a word from his mouth I was still so upset by his actions, the sight of him disgusted me. 😠

[@robbybrown9838]

AGREED WITH EVERYTHING RICKEY JUST SAID!!!

[@jaeblaine1237]

I agree Will was wrong for what he did. I had high regard for him then the red table talk started and my heart broke for him. But this was just wrong he knows Chris didn’t mean no harm and if was a white person or a thug brother I bet Will would not have done that

[@MSC823]

👍🏿

[@castopoe]

exactly!! he wouldnt have slapped billy crystal or robin williams!

[@ozonejar]

I agreed until I realized the history. Chris rock talked about jada at the oscars prior. And that joke was bad cuz jada has alopecia

[@taylorwaylor8965]

Well it’s alleged Chris didn’t even write the joke now😩. Which is sad because the production team is Black and Will packer follows Jada

[@Dis2good]

That’s what I’ve been saying. If it was Dave Chappelle, Will’s ass would still be sitting in that seat. Coward.

[@VIRALHEALTH4U]

He laughed to get the upper hand. That's why Chris leaned in to will not expecting to be slapped.

[@rosemaryvalentin4940]

I love Chris Rock ! How embarrassing for him being humiliated in front of America and his kids 😢

[@jamielsaddiq9692]

Yeah, but Chris Rock didn't care about embarrassing and humiliating that man's wife in front of America and his kids!!

[@Overit1975]

I'm sure Jada felt the same thing. But instead of Black men and the whyt folks laughing at Jada head over his joke, we are all focused on Chris getting Bytch slapped. LOL

[@dante6276]

Facts. I really don’t know why people are making excuses for Will Smiths actions it’s not a “oh well he made a joke” like bro dude smacked him stop the bs

[@bakulubaka3824]

Yeah I know.

[@Realness4sho]

😢

[@YM-wi9gy]

I agree with everything you said. It really hurt to see something like that happen. In my opinion, Will Smith doesn't even deserve an Oscar after what he did. He definitely didn't deserve a standing ovation. I have lost any respect for him and will not support him in any future endeavors. He made himself look like an idiot. We all go through things, but violence is never the answer. Like Rickey said, would he have done the same thing if it was Jimmy Kimmel or Jimmy Fallon? He is a punk and a hypocrite. What man actually walks up to another man and SLAPS him??? If he was that sensitive, he should have stayed home and dealt with his own insecurities. Chris Rock is a comedian. He didnt have any ill intentions and did not deserve that type of treatment at all. but Karma is real and will catch up with you.

[@sherreasimmons6295]

I doubt his bills won't be paid because you lost respect for him. He doesn't even know you.

[@YM-wi9gy]

@@sherreasimmons6295 I never said anything about his bills. Its about the big picture which you clearly don't see. SMH

[@YM-wi9gy]

@@sherreasimmons6295 ...and I don't know or even care to know you. So on that note, bye boo.

[@alicewashington220]

Y M Exactly Cowardly move. CR Girls/ Mother / family will never forget get out their minds.... Such a disgusting/ disgraceful ..

[@dawnmichelle7796]

I absolutely agree with Rickey Will Smith was wrong period

[@msmc8480]

I agree, Big Will was laughing at first.

[@debramiller4114]

And yes Will was wrong I know that joke was on the monitor he didn't have to say it either.

[@aldrenayoung8279]

I’m confused…You will slap a man for joking about Jada, but you won’t slap a man for sleeping with your wife and kissing you on your mouth???? Smith family, all four of y’all are confused…..smdh 💀💀😂😂

[@reneebenotmusic]

Absolutely, Will Smith was out of order! Chris Rock recovered with quick wit, he understood the assignment… he’s a boss!

[@KennedyKitten]

OUT of order!!! Exactly how they have lived their lives. Out of order! Will and Jada, Stop telling all your personal business. Stop believing your own hype, you still must understand, at the end of the day, you are still Black representing BLACK. You let a simple joke, everyone would have forgotten by now become a commentary for so many unintended platforms. Take a chill pill. Get somewhere and sit down and learn to take a joke. It was just a joke. Just a joke.

[@lilliebarr3725]

Thank you ricky for having the courage to speak out adout the wrong that was done.

[@danielprince4528]

The fact is, he was laughing, then he saw her reaction and started to get up and act tough. I’m sure if 50 cent said that, he keeping that seat warm.

[@goodtimesbeatz6718]

😂😂🤣 you right 50 cent would have beat the brakes off Will Smith too and Will would not hit a White man like Brat Pitt

[@queenximora1097]

🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@msmj9102]

Facts.

[@oregeanadams3362]

Will Smith was wrong, and he knows it. That was really pitiful.

[@joyslove3858]

Agree. WS definitely knows he was wrong. And so does everyone else.

[@tonia4934]

No. Chris doesn’t owe any apologies. It’s just words. Will needs to practice self control. He did this because jada didn’t like the joke.

[@ampositivewoman2103]

A sad situation. IMO Will was trying to prove his manhood after being imasculated by Jada for YEARS! He was absolutely WRONG on many levels.

[@nancybreaux9684]

Exactly bulls eye.

[@danieljones0078]

Exactly what both my parents said🤣

[@ampositivewoman2103]

@@danieljones0078 lol I'm propably older than your parents and they are smart youngsters!😁

[@Sithtuber]

Perfect comment

[@queenximora1097]

🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯🎯

[@musicloversallen]

💯💯💯 on EVERYTHING, Rick. I was up until 4am FUMING over that despicable moment. I was pissed that Will finally stooped to his wife's level by giving her what she's desired her entire married life. I was pissed that Black on Black crime was committed yet again made worse by its worldwide stage. I was pissed that Will wasn't escorted off property and was still rewarded with his Oscar. I was pissed that Will likened his actions to that of Richard Williams. I was pissed that I had lost yet another Black American hero all because his wife was offended by being likened to a strong badass superhero. I was pissed that the community applauds that warrior gene form of protection. The only thing I was proud of was the way Rock handled himself in that humiliating moment. And like you...the ONLY reason I kept tabs on the show was to be able to celebrate the anticipated 1st time win as it happened. Unfortunately there was no victory worth celebrating. Did I mention I was PISSED??? 🤬

[@1msdoll]

EVERYTHING you said!! 👏👏👏👏

[@tj7179]

I ain't mad or pissed but I was confused. These Celebs are funny. I don't get into them that much to make me emotional. You're getting to involved emotionally when you don't know them personally.

[@janedough6410]

@@tj7179 I understand the sentiment. The underrepresented was behind this production in all facets. After the exclusion, the protest.... and finally getting the opportunity, the most respected individual in the industry brought what folks worked so hard for to the gutter. So there's disappointment because of expectation. I'm peeved that others were robbed from their joy and acknowledgement. The negative imagery is an infinite loop and a setback.

[@josielabome6220]

You spoke so well here. Everything I have heard does not comprehend to your sentiments. It was shameful and cruel what Will did. He is not perfect, but he could have showed grace and humility by talking to Rock later on that night and explaining how he felt about the joke. Just bad all around

[@stormchaser5650]

You are so right!!💯💯💯❤️

[@vernonhampton6973]

Personal Story: Some years ago, I met Rickey Smiley in a shopping center parking lot in Irondale, Alabama when I lived in Birmingham. I asked for his autograph and didn't have any paper or pen in my car, and Rickey kinda clowned me for not having that. I didn't get mad. I didn't get an attitude. I didn't want to slap him. He's a comedian. I expected to get clowned. But he is such an amazing person, I enjoyed having the privilege to even meet him. That same year, at the Stardome comedy club in Hoover, Alabama, Bill Bellamy railed on me and my (now ex-) wife in the front row. Some of those jokes stung, but I didn't get mad. I laughed and said, "Wow, man...shit got me good!" Even if you are offended, there's better ways to handle things like that.

[@dominiquewyatt6704]

Exactly, I'm glad u not weak and know ot was all jokes and Fun

[@vernonhampton6973]

@@StaplesPropertyAcquisitions Brotha, I'm not trying to determine anyone's reactions. What I am saying, respectfully to you and anyone else reading my reply to your comment, is that as Black men, we are already garnished by society with predeterminations about our behaviour in public (terms such as being "prone to criminality" and "naturally violent behaviour"). I am of the opinion that while he may have been justified in his feelings about the joke (because I do not know), his REACTION could have been different. That's why Denzel and Bradley Cooper pulled him to the side and checked up on him. Think about it - how might this affect his career? And because it was televised, even though Chris Rock declined to press charges, Los Angeles county still could. You know the saying "two wrongs don't make a right?" This is a perfect example of that, and again, my only position is that I wish he'd have handled it better...because Chris Rock's response to it was seen as way more mature.

[@MillionaireHoyOriginal]

@@StaplesPropertyAcquisitions Two things anyone that likes to attend events should know 1.) If you're in the front of an open floor concert, you are in the moshpit area and 2.) If you're sitting front row at a comedy show/roast, then you will be used for crowd work material. Your point stands that how one person reacts to a situation isn't the same as another's, but if you're the type that can't take a joke or a shove, knowing the two things I pointed out above can help you avoid putting yourself in an uncomfortable situation. As far as Will goes, he didn't "snap". He laughed, noticed Jada's response then took a long premeditated walk up to Chris Rock and sucker slapped him. Love will, but lost some respect for him after that.

[@kissy0k8]

I totally agree. He could have yelled for him to apologize to his wife. Smacking him in the face while he’s doing his job was completely unacceptable. Yes. He’s going through stuff, but still. Not okay.

[@Prod.MurdaOff2700]

Chris made a honest joke based on her hair style , not on the fact about the medical condition she's going through that he did not know about . I like both cats equally well . They have done a lot for the black community . But Will was wrong , totally . Yet the look on Chris face told me he didn't know and was confused about the punch , slap , what ever he received . He handled it like a true man that he is and has displayed . And by not pressing charges , shows his understanding and remorse for his comment . I'm sure he had no idea of Jada's condition . To say that, knowing of her condition , would have just been vicious , and that's not the Rocks style when he knows a person is going through something like that . As for Will , yes he should have handled it differently . Like slow to react or speak , and quick to think . By approaching Chris back stage to find out if Chris knew of Jada's condition when making that joke . Like a man , a gentleman . He was dressed for the part . Then once he established knowledge of, or no knowledge of . Request an apology at that point , and part as respectable GROWN men . Setting examples for our young , as they are already so very lost . Our young black men . Will knows now how wrong he was . But with all that has been said about him and Jada , he had exceeded his limit . He was at his braking point , and that joke was the straw that broke the Camel's back . So to the public I say , cut him some slack . He's human , and believed at the time he was defending his wife's honor . If Chris can do it , and he took the punch , then the public shouldn't have no problem . As for Will , wrong , right , good , bad , are ugly . Let's not forget the first amendment . Your a smart man , there's no need to go into details about that . Put it to rest , and let's move past this . All of us .

[@coreyscrews9960]

You’re 100 percent right Rickey 👍🏾

[@carolynmcwilson8667]

I agree Chris Rock handled it in a classy manner .

[@Robin-pq8fc]

Chris probably didn’t know about her alopecia cause everyone don’t follow Jada and Will like that. Black on black crime televised with a standing ovation! Shameful!!!!!!!!