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The Independent UK
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EXPLAINED: Will smith posts an apology video for slapping chris rock 561800c8 a8aa 49cf a30e 10bb0086358d | Rare Historical Photos

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Will Smith has posted an apology video in which he discusses slapping Chris Rock at the Academy Awards in March.

In a YouTube video, Smith addressed the comedian, whom Smith says has declined to speak with him directly. “So I will say to you, Chris, I apologise to you,” the actor said.

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