Title: Jada Pinkett Smith Reflects on Outrageous Rumors Following Infamous 2022 Oscars Slap
Subtitle: Pinkett Smith sets the record straight in a candid interview with People
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In a recent interview with People, Jada Pinkett Smith debunked the “ridiculous” rumors that circulated after the infamous 2022 Oscars slap incident. The 94th Academy Awards were marred by controversy when Will Smith, her husband, struck presenter Chris Rock following a joke about Pinkett Smith’s shaved head, a result of her alopecia.
Pinkett Smith, 52, found herself at the center of the incident, with false claims suggesting she had instructed Will to take action against Rock’s comment. “It was ridiculous how far it went,” stated the actress, known for her roles in “The Nutty Professor” and “Girls Trip.”
In the interview, Pinkett Smith acknowledged the speculation surrounding the incident, attributing it to human nature’s tendency to find someone to blame. “Considering the false narrative that I had cheated on Will or I was like some adulteress, Will had never done that before,” she explained. “People need something to blame, and not knowing what was happening behind the scenes, I surely wasn’t surprised that I got blamed.”
Will Smith, 55, also addressed the rumors at the time, making it clear that Pinkett Smith had no influence on his behavior that night. In a video shared on social media, the “Men in Black” star stated, “I made a choice on my own from my own experiences… Jada had nothing to do with it. I’m sorry, babe. I want to say sorry to my kids and my family for the heat that I’ve brought on all of us.”
During the interview, Pinkett Smith revealed her initial disbelief, thinking the incident was a skit. She recalled, “There’s no way that Will hit him. It wasn’t until Will started to walk back to his chair that I even realized it wasn’t a skit.” The concern for her husband’s well-being was evident as the first words she uttered once they were alone were, “Are you okay?”
Will went on to win Best Actor for his role in “King Richard” shortly after the on-air altercation. However, he faced repercussions and was banned from Academy events for ten years. The actor later apologized to the Academy and Chris Rock for his “unacceptable behavior.”
Pinkett Smith also disclosed to the magazine that she and Will have been separated for seven years but continue to work on their relationship. “We’ve been doing some really heavy-duty work together. We just got deep love for each other, and we are going to figure out what that looks like for us,” she shared.
The interview served as a precursor to Pinkett Smith’s forthcoming memoir, “Worthy,” set to be released on October 17th. The actress remains focused on supporting Will as he navigates his personal journey while also allowing him the space to find his own path.
As the couple works through their challenges, the public now has a clearer understanding of the events that transpired during that dramatic night at the Oscars, putting an end to the unwarranted rumors that plagued Pinkett Smith in the aftermath.