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Will Smith feels ‘brand new’ after putting Oscars slap controversy behind him

The actor said it had been a ‘brutiful’ experience to reinvent himself after striking comedian Chris Rock.

Evening Standard

Terry Crews wants Everybody Still Hates Chris to take on The Simpsons and Family Guy legacies

'Everybody Still Hates Chris' star Terry Crews would love the animated reboot to have the same legacy as longrunning shows like 'The Simpsons' and 'Family Guy'.

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“A Place Where We Can Laugh At Our Non-Human Friends”: 46 Times Animals Were The Funniest

Funny pics of our non-human friends providing us with comedy gold. Some of these animals could give Chris Rock, Dave Chapelle or Ali Wong a run for their money.

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Will Smith ‘ignored me all week’ says Fresh Prince of Bel-Air guest star

Kathy Griffin said the star ‘did not talk to me until show day’

The Independent UK

“A Place Where We Can Laugh At Our Non-Human Friends”: 50 Times Animals Were The Funniest (New Pics)

Funny pics of our non-human friends providing us with comedy gold. Some of these animals could give Chris Rock, Dave Chapelle or Ali Wong a run for their money. The post “A Place Where We Can Laugh At Our Non-Human Friends”: 50 Times Animals Were The Funniest (New Pics) first…

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Will Smith Says How He Really Feels About The Chris Rock Oscars Slap In New Album

Will Smith has addressed the infamous Chris Rock slap at the 2022 Oscars with his newest album, "Based on a True Story".

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Will Smith references Oscars slap on new album: ‘You better keep his wife’s name out of your mouth’

Smith was banned from the Oscars for 10 years after slapping Chris Rock during the 2022 ceremony

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‘I heard he won the Oscar but he had to give it back’: Will Smith gets jiggy with the Slap

Three years after the infamous incident at the Academy Awards, Smith is continuing to rap about his attack on Chris Rock on a new album

The Guardian - UK

I won’t get an Oscar nod again – Will Smith makes slap references in new album

He has released his first record in two decades.

Evening Standard

Will Smith’s rap comeback could be a sign of a career in freefall

IN FOCUS: Three years after the slap seen and heard around the world, the Oscar winner is performing in Scarborough and releasing an album of inspirational hip-hop. Has it all gone wrong for one of our biggest stars, asks Ed Power

The Independent UK

Comeback kid: Can Will Smith rehabilitate his image after the slap?

Stars Will Smith and Jonathan Majors are both back in public touring new material just a few years after both were embroiled in assaults. Will they be able to reclaim their friendly public images?

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Will Smith channels his post-slap introspection into music on ‘Based on a True Story’

Will Smith could have let his infamous Oscar slap be his cinematic fade out with a career bruised, a marriage dissected and a reputation in a free fall

The Independent UK

Will Smith mocked as he's 'reduced' to performing in Scarborough and odd venues three years after Oscars slap

The Hollywood star is only able to book modest UK tour with stops at unconventional venues like Wolverhampton’s The Halls

Evening Standard

Will Smith announces first album in 20 years, Based on a True Story

Actor-rapper will release project on 28 March, including the song Beautiful Scars which makes reference to his infamous Oscars slap

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The Independent UK

Will Smith to release first album in 20 years in a matter of days

‘Been working on this project for a minute and I’m itchin’ to get it out to y’all,’ said Smith

Marie Claire

Kim Kardashian Revives the Controversial Pantaboots in a New Naked Hue

Revenge dressing, winterized.

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How to watch SNL: The 50th Anniversary Special online replay – stream epic Saturday Night Live celebration from anywhere

Saturday Night Live celebrates turning 50 in spectacular fashion with celebrity guests, returning cast members and a wealth of special events. Here's how to watch SNL: The 50th Anniversary Special online from anywhere.

Evening Standard

Ricky Gervais risks wrath of Will Smith as he references Oscars slap while roasting Jaden Smith castle hat

The comedian has never been one to miss the opportunity to mock a celebrity

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The Independent UK

Will Smith draws mixed response at first awards show appearance since Oscars slap at Grammys 2025

Actor has been absent since the scandalous 2022 incident

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Grammy Awards: Will Smith introduces Quincy Jones tribute

Will Smith paid tribute to the late Quincy Jones at the Grammy Awards on Sunday (02.02.25) in his first return to a major awards show since his controversial row with Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars.

The Independent UK

Will Smith reveals his biggest regret in new The Matrix-inspired music video

Rapper and actor teamed up with Big Sean for ‘Beautiful Scars’, which will feature on his just-announced album

Latin Times

Trump's First Saturday As 2-Time President Comes With SNL Skewering

Saturday Night Live (SNL) opened with a spoof on the signing of the Declaration of Independence featuring president Donald Trump, where he referenced his new signed orders and dismantling diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs.

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“Who is gonna sing that to who? Cos you sure ain’t singing it to me and I sure ain’t singing it to you”: the reason that Prince turned down Michael Jackson’s request to do a duet on an 80s classic

Michael Jackson wanted the pair to team up on a huge hit but the Purple One wasn’t having it

The Guardian - US

Guardian writers on their ultimate feelgood movies: ‘Radical in its own way’

Our writers highlight the films they find endlessly rewatchable, including Notting Hill and Spy

Latin Times

Trump Blasts People Showing Sympathy For Alleged CEO Killer Luigi Mangione: 'That's A Sickness'

"I think it's a terrible thing. It's really terrible some people seem to admire him," the president-elect said during a press conference in Mar-a-Lago

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