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The road to redemption for Smith has been a long one, starting with the alarming events of the 2022 Oscars. The night took a dramatic turn when Chris Rock made an offhand joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's hair, which led to Smith confronting Rock on stage. Will's reaction—yelling at Rock and then slapping him—sent shockwaves across the entertainment community and left audiences stunned.
Following the incident, Smith issued a public apology via social media, acknowledging his actions and expressing regret. He also revealed that he had attempted to reach out to Rock, who was not ready to engage in a conversation about the altercation. Despite the drama, sentiments around Smith have begun to shift as time passed, creating a space for forgiveness and acceptance.