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Will Smith gives emotional apology to Chris Rock after Oscars slap

Will Smith has apologised to Chris Rock, in a tell-all video after slapping the comedian earlier in the year at the Academy Awards. The Fresh Prince actor shared the video on his YouTube page to explain and apologise to Chris, their families and Will's fans.

Will, 53, began the video with a message on screen which read: "It's been a minute... Over the last few months, I've been doing a lot of thinking and personal work..." He continued by saying that he'd answer some questions following the Oscars slap.

Will opened up about his controversial actions and explained why he didn't say sorry to Chris, 57, during his acceptance speech immediately after the event. In March, Will slapped Chris after he made a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith in which he compared her to GI Jane.

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