Will Smith Issues Apology to Chris Rock and Family for Oscars Slap

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Will Smith Issues Apology to Chris Rock and Family for Oscars Slap

NNPA NEWSWIRE — “That was one of the things about the moment. I just didn’t realize,” said Will Smith in his apology video. “I was thinking about how many people got hurt in that moment. I want to apologize to Chris’ mother,” he continued. “I want to apologize to Chris’ family, specifically Tony Rock. We had a great relationship. You know, Tony Rock was my man, and this is probably irreparable.”

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