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Will Smith Wins Best Actor for ‘King Richard’ at 2022 Oscars After Slapping Chris Rock — Watch His Emotional Acceptance Speech [Video]

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Published 4 years ago

Not long after he slapped Chris Rock, Will Smith took home the Academy Award for Best Picture for his portrayal of Richard Williams in ‘King Richard.’

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During his acceptance speech, he likened himself to a ‘fierce defender of his family’ much like Richard Williams and apologized to the Academy for his previous physical outburst.

Watch the tear-filled acceptance speech below.

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