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Jamie Roberts

Will Smith insists 'violence is poisonous' as he issues public apology to Chris Rock

Will Smith has issued a public apology to Chris Rock after slapping the comedian at the Oscars on Sunday.

Will, 53, took offence after the 57-year-old comedian took aim at wife Jada Pinkett-Smith, but insists violence is "poisonous" as he admits he is embarrassed by his behaviour.

Taking to Instagram almost 24 hours after he stormed the stage to smack the presenter for his GI Jane joke towards his wife, Will admitted his actions were inexcusable.

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