It’s been months since Chris Rock was punched by Will SmithThe Oscars, and since then, the I Am LegendStar has kept a low profile. However, Smith was able to break his silence regarding the slapRock had just weeks ago apologised to him for the situation. (The star also addressed Rock’s concerns. “irreparable” relationship with Rock’s brother, Tony.) Though he’s mostly been out of the public eye, it now looks like Smith is out of his self-imposed exile. At least, that’s what one might gather since he and wife Jada Pinkett Smith were spotted out in public for the first time since March.
Paparazzi took photos of Will Smith and Jada pinkett Smith during a weekend visit to Nobu Malibu. Based on the photos that were shared with PeopleBoth stars looked relaxed and happy in casual clothing as they took in the world around them. Will was calm and even gave a peace signal to a fan. Smith’s viral apology video suggested that he’s moving into a calmer state of mind, and these photos seem to indicate just that.
This is not the first time that this has been done. King RichardThe star was seen in public with his wife. He had apparently been moving quickly after the Academy Awards scandal. The report claimed that the Actor had begun a journey to become a “spiritual journey”It was an interesting trip that took him to India. In order to escape from the drama surrounding the award show, the star sought to visit a meditation retreat there.
After Chris Rock, the comedian who was presenting Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, joked about Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith slapped Chris Rock live on TV. Rock declined to press chargesSmith was adamant and gave a tearful acceptance speech for the Oscars later that night. Over the next week, Smith officially resigned from AcademyMotion Picture Arts and Sciences and was formally expelled by the organization for a decade.
Jada Pinkett has been a little more vocal about the slap. Red Table Talk’s episode, Pinkett Smith called on a reconciliationHer husband and the veteran comedian. While her hubby said during his apology video that he’s ready to talk whenever, the Saturday Night Live alum doesn’t seem too eager just yet.
Chris Rock is currently rumored to have no plans. to reach out to Will Smith, with a source claiming that the apology was done in the hopes of repairing the Oscar winner’s relationship with the public. The actress was still in tears. Everyone Hates ChrisThe creator is still a comedian, and has performed at Madison Square Garden with Kevin Hart as well as Dave Chappelle. While he hasn’t formally addressed what went down between him and Smith, Rock seemed to accept the apologyDuring a stand up routine.
All in all, it doesn’t appear that Will Smith will have an opportunity to truly mend fences anytime soon. However, Smith could make a comeback as he slowly but surely returns to the public eye.