Will Smith - report

American actor and rapper (born 1968)

Willard Carroll Smith II, briefly known as The Fresh Prince, is an American actor and rapper. He has received multiple accolades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award and four Grammy Awards. As of 2023, his films have grossed over $9.3 billion globally, making him one of Hollywood's most bankable stars.

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Will_Smith

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Significant news events for Will Smith

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Will Smith appeared on "The Daily Show" to discuss his Oscars slap. Smith has been banned from attending the Oscars for the next 10 years. He received a 10-year ban from the Academy and resigned from the board.
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences barred Smith for 10 years. Rock reportedly addressed the slap during his standup show in New Jersey. The actor hit Rock after he made a joke about Smith's wife at the Oscars.
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Rep. Ayanna Pressley rushed to celebrate Will Smith when he slapped Chris Rock after Rock made a joke about Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. Smith apologized to the Academy and his fellow nominees, but not Chris Rock.
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US actor Will Smith slapped US actor Chris Rock onstage during the 94th Oscars. Rock made a joke on stage about Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. The Academy have 'condemned' Will's actions and confirmed a 'formal review' The slap could see Will stripped of his Best Actor award.
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"CODA" takes top honors at SAG Awards, Will Smith wins; Brian Cox, Jessica Chastain speak out on Ukraine. "Squid Game," the Korean-language thriller that almost literally broke the Internet, won three awards. Helen Mirren was honoured with the lifetime achievement award for her career.
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Will Smith won his first Golden Globe for his role in King Richard. Kate Winslet won the best actress gong for her role in Mare of Easttown. Succession won best television series drama. West Side Story won best musical film.