After slapping Chris Rock on the Oscars stage on Sunday night, Will Smith has apologized.
"Violence is poisonous and harmful in all forms." My behavior at the Academy Awards last night was both terrible and inexcusable. A joke about Jada's medical condition was too much for me to handle, and I reacted emotionally," Smith stated. "I'd like to make a public apology to you, Chris." I was both out of line and incorrect. I'm embarrassed, and my actions do not reflect the guy I aspire to be. Violence has no place in a world of love and peace."
"I'd also like to apologize to the Academy, the show's producers, all of the attendees, and everyone watching across the world," the post concluded. I'd like to express my regret to the Williams and King Richard families. I am very sorry that my actions have marred what has otherwise been a wonderful adventure for all of us. "I'm still working on myself."
