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Mel Gibson interview ends awkwardly after he’s asked about Will Smith hitting Chris Rock

The actor’s publicist was having none of it

The Independent UK

SNL: Jerrod Carmichael and Chris Redd parody Will Smith slapping Chris Rock ‘from POV of seat filler’

‘This is the coolest night of my life. I’m talking to Will Smith, Chris Rock just got up on stage...’

The Independent UK

Denzel Washington explains why he thinks Will Smith hit Chris Rock at the Oscars

‘I don’t know all the ins and outs of this situation,’ actor said

The Independent UK

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Stars Roll Dice for Grammys Gold as Vegas Hosts Music's Best

The music world's A-listers will hit Las Vegas on Sunday for the Grammy Awards, where pop's chart-toppers along with jazzman Jon Batiste will compete for the industry's most coveted trophies. The US gambling capital is hosting the ceremony for the first time ever, after organizers postponed the original January 31…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Will Smith could be banned from Bad Boys after Chris Rock Oscars slap

Work on the fourth instalment of the franchise has stopped, reports suggest

Nottingham Post

String of Will Smith films 'to be axed' after he slapped Chris Rock at Oscars

Will Smith shocked Hollywood last weekend when he slapped Chris Rock live on stage following a joke at the Oscars. Netflix and Sony have now reportedly shelved plans to make films with the actor.

Daily Mirror

Scots comedian Ray Bradshaw says Will Smith overshadowed Coda's Oscars success

The Glaswegian son of deaf parents hailed the movie which tells the story of a teen who is the only hearing member of her deaf family.

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Grammy Awards 'double security' over fears of similar Will Smith slap incident

The violent actions of Will Smith at last months' Oscars ceremony has left organisers of the imminent 64th Grammy Awards anxious that a similar event could take place on their stage

Daily Mirror

How Chris Rock’s family is responding to Will Smith’s slap

A brother of Chris Rock, comedian Tony Rock, expressed dismay at a Friday comedy show about Will Smith walking up onstage and slapping his sibling at the Oscars, warning “there’s a lot of Rock brothers.”

Los Angeles Times

Denzel Washington says he prayed with Will Smith moments after slap

LOS ANGELES — After Will Smith slapped comedian Chris Rock on stage, Denzel Washington says he prayed with Smith.

Los Angeles Times

Grammy bosses order stars to behave after Will Smith slap overshadowed Oscars

Grammys bosses are warning stars they'll' be stripped of their awards if they don't behave in a bid to avoid Will Smith-Chris Rock Oscars drama

Daily Mirror

Will Smith quits the Oscars academy – but that won’t make his troubles go away

The actor could still lose a string of major roles despite resigning and apologising for attacking Chris Rock – and may yet face legal action

The Guardian - UK

Jim Carrey ‘fairly serious’ about retiring after latest film

Bruce Almighty and The Mask star suggests role as Dr Robotnik in Sonic the Hedgehog 2 likely to be his last

The Guardian - UK

'Will Smith's tantrum soured the Oscars but some stars really were a knockout'

Rachael Bletchly wasn't impressed by Will Smith losing his cool and slapping Chris Rock but she says the Oscars weren't entirely without its real heroes

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The Independent UK

Will Smith: Read ‘heartbroken’ actor’s full Oscars resignation statement to the Academy

‘The list of those I have hurt is long,’ Smith wrote

The Independent UK

Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon swap chat shows in ‘epic’ April Fools’ prank

Fans were left extremely confused after tuning in to watch respective shows

Daily Mirror

Will Smith could still lose his Oscar for Best Actor under Academy sanctions

Will Smith, 53, has apologised for his behaviour after he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscar's sending shockwaves around the globe as it was watched by millions but is yet to hear if he will lose his Best Actor gong

Manchester Evening News

Will Smith resigns from the Academy after slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars as he calls his actions 'inexcusable'

The actor is yet to face a disciplinary hearing over the incident

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The Independent UK

Will Smith: Read ‘heartbroken’ actor’s full resignation statement to the Academy

‘The list of those I have hurt is long,’ Smith wrote

Wales Online

Daniel Radcliffe shuts down Susanna Reid's Will Smith Oscars question on ITV Good Morning Britain

The Harry Potter actor was asked for his thoughts on the slap Will Smith delivered to presenter Chris Rock at the ceremony

Chicago Sun-Times

Lionel J. Washington Sr., 103, was a devoted family man full of dignity

Lionel J. Washington Sr. passed away peacefully as the world continued to obsess over Will Smith’s slap. The Oscar-winning actor could learn a thing or two from my treasured Uncle Lionel.

The Independent UK

Will Smith: What actor’s Academy resignation means for his future at the Oscars

Will actor get to keep his Oscar, be nominated again or attend future ceremonies?

Daily Record

'Heartbroken' Will Smith resigns from the Academy after Chris Rock Oscars slap

The I Am Legend actor says he "deprived" his fellow award nominees and winners of their "opportunity to celebrate".

Daily Mirror

What will happen to Will Smith's Oscar now he's resigned from the Academy

There have been calls for Will Smith's Oscar won for his role in King Richard to be taken away and while bosses have yet to rule it out, it is said to be unlikely they will when they meet on April 18

Wales Online

Everything Will Smith said as he resigns from Academy after slapping Chris Rock

'I deprived other nominees and winners of their opportunity to celebrate and be celebrated for their extraordinary work. I am heartbroken'

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