Is there more to Will Smith‘s motive for getting physical with Chris Rock four years ago?

This rising question looms as the comedian’s recent words brew a connection from a previously unexplored angle about the unforgettable 2022 Oscars moment. The actor’s wife dropped a bombshell revelation years ago, highlighting a romantic attempt made by the comedian.

Will Smith’s hand met Chris Rock’s face after he made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith’s condition, alopecia. Since then, the actor has shown remorse for his actions, apologizing publicly and trying to make amends, notwithstanding the ten-year Academy Awards ban.

Rock has disclosed that he has an age-old rift with Tupac Shakur over the women they dated, and this confession flips the switch on the 2022 resounding Oscar’s slap. The comedian shared the details on a recent episode of the “Fly On the Wall” podcast with David Spade and Dana Carvey during the Netflix Is a Joke Week.

Rock was asked to name his top 5 favorite rappers, which he did, including most of the heavy hitters who typically make the Mt. Rushmore of rap, but notably omitted Shakur. When pressed to shed more light on his ranking, the comedian confessed that he had beef with Shakur because they often dated the same woman, and the rapper usually won out. 

This revelation is important because Shakur’s most famous girlfriend is none other than Jada, Will’s wife. Although over the years, Jada has vehemently denied dating the iconic rapper, saying they were platonic “soulmates” instead, as reported by TMZ.

Jada Pinkett Smith Previously Shared That Rock Made Moves At Her

This new confession raises the question of whether Rock also dated Jada back in the day, leading to an outpour of overwhelming emotions from Will at the Oscars four years ago.  In 2023, however, the actress revealed that Rock had asked her out on a date years ago when rumors of her supposed divorce arose. 

She claimed that Rock called her, saying, “I’d love to take you out,” a statement which left her stunned. When she asked where his request for a date stemmed from, the award-winning comedian pointed out that he was shooting his shot because he thought she was getting a divorce from Will.

Jada continued, revealing that she quickly debunked the whispers, which left Rock “appalled” as he “profusely apologized” for his misunderstanding and approach. The Blast reported that, according to the “Girls Trip” actress, Rock also approached her after the Oscars incident to apologize for the joke he made onstage, which ignited the whole debacle.

Jada Thought The Slap Was A Skit

Reflecting on the viral incident, Jada admitted she has a limited understanding of the art of comedy, stressing that she does not judge how people express their art.

However, this understanding does not come with a shield on her feelings, as she previously confessed, “I’ll say that several times I’ve had my feelings hurt, for sure. I’ve had my feelings hurt a lot by Chris.”

The “Red Table Talk” podcast host also shared that in the moment, she thought Will going to slap Rock was all part of a skit, but the reality dawned on her after her husband returned to his seat and yelled, “Keep my wife’s name out of your fu-king mouth!”

The action brought a 10-year ban from attending any Academy Awards for the “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air” actor.

Even though the famous couple has yet to divorce, they have been separated since 2016, but still express care and affection for each other.

After the incident, Jada said, “I’m going to be by his side but also allow him to figure this out for himself.” 

Did The ‘Bad Boys’ Actor Apologize For His Actions?

Will previously claimed that he reached out to the comedian months after the infamous slap incident to try to make amends for his actions on a personal level.

He also made videos posted on social media in which he accepted his fault and said he was ready to talk it out with Rock. In one of the videos, Will can be heard saying, “I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris. I was out of line, and I was wrong.”  

On the other hand, Tony, the award-winning comedian’s brother, claims that Will did not reach out to Rock after the incident. He stated that the actor’s claims that he tried to make amends by directly contacting his brother were false.

As shared by The Blast in a previous release, Tony also noted that Will did not contact him to discuss the incident, and he does not think he ever will.

“My phone number has never changed. So, I just thought I’d get a phone call one day like, ‘Ay, let’s just you and I just talk.’ It hasn’t happened, so I guess it’s not going to happen,” Tony said in an interview.

Chris Rock’s Current Love Life Does Not Feature Will Smith’s Wife

It might remain uncertain whether Jada was in Rock’s past, but certainly, she is not in his present. The comedian made headlines last month after he was spotted with a mystery woman in New York City, doubling down on heavy PDA.

The woman, later identified as Simone Henault, was spotted with the comedian during an afternoon outing in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood. The pair walked through a park before sitting on a bench where they locked lips.

This cozy outing marked a rare public appearance for Rock, who is known to keep his romantic life out of the spotlight following his divorce from Malaak Compton-Rock in 2016.

Henault is not the first woman rock has been linked to since his status changed to single. He was spotted with popular actress Lake Bell in 2022 and Amber Rose in 2023.

The Blast covered that Rose shut down the speculations shortly after photos of them began circulating online. She stressed that they were “just friends” who simply enjoyed each other’s company.

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While both are highly acclaimed actors, Brad Pitt and Eric Bana haven’t spent much time onscreen together. The major exception is the 2004 sword-and-sandals epic Troy, which portrayed the brutal clash between Greek and Trojan forces. To make it as real as possible, Brad Pitt and Eric Bana made a bet with each other.

While the film (especially the director’s cut) has plenty of larger battle scenes, much of the violence in this movie is very intimate. The best example of this is when Pitt and Bana’s characters have an onscreen duel that recreates one of the most exciting conflicts in literary history. It’s a cinematic clash of the titans that happened well before Bana appeared in Star Trek (2009) and Pitt appeared (blink, and you’ll miss him!) in Deadpool 2.

That onscreen duel is arguably the best part of the film, and one that fans still fondly remember over two decades later. Pitt and Bana certainly remember it, but not for the reasons you might think.

Instead of using stunt doubles, the two did the whole fight for themselves, and they made things interesting with a bet: if one person accidentally hit the other, they’d pay $50 for smaller hits and $100 for larger hits. By the time it was over, one star paid several hundred dollars, and the other paid hardly anything!

Duel Or Duel Not: There Is No Try

For context, Eric Bana plays Hector, the crown prince of Troy, while Brad Pitt plays Achilles, the Greeks’ most powerful warrior. During the Greeks’ prolonged attack against the Trojans, Hector ends up killing Patroclus, Achilles’ beloved cousin.

An enraged Achilles challenges Hector to a duel outside of the city, and they engage in a fierce battle that lasts for nearly three minutes of tense, nail-biting screentime. Eventually, Achilles wins, dragging Hector’s body back to his camp as a kind of grisly trophy of his victory.

Eruc Bana And Brad Pitt Paid Each Other For Hits

Going into this Troy fight scene, Bana and Pitt made the bold decision to do all the stunts themselves. This made it easier for director Wolfgang Petersen to bring this epic conflict to life, but it also made it far easier for the two actors to accidentally hurt each other.

To make things interesting, Bana and Pitt made a gentleman’s wager regarding accidental hits: every time someone landed a smaller tap, they’d pay the other $50. For each larger hit, they’d pay $100. When it was all said and done, Pitt was the real loser here. His character may have won onscreen, but the actor had to shell out $750 for repeatedly hitting Bana.

What about Bana, though? Some versions of this tale claim that he didn’t pay anything at all. But when news of this wager was first reported, the Chicago Tribune claimed that he paid $200 to Pitt for his own accidental hits.

That means that he came out over half a grand ahead of his costar simply by demonstrating a little self-control. There’s some irony there, of course: previously, Bana’s biggest role was the lead actor in Ang Lee’s Hulk, so everyone on set was likely very concerned about making him angry.

After all, you wouldn’t like him when he’s angry! 

As the sun spills down and temperatures begin to rise, I’ve turned my attention to summer-ready wardrobe staples. Cotton dresses, flowing blouses and billowy maxi skirts are all high on my list, embodying an effortlessly polished aesthetic. So, when I stumbled upon a pair of palazzo pants for just $29, I knew I had to have them.

Unlike tight, restrictive jeans, these wide-leg trousers offer freedom of movement and comfort. A cropped silhouette adds a trendy touch, while a drawstring closure makes for a stretchy waistband. Plus, functional pockets seamlessly store your belongings, from lipstick to wallets.

Get the Anyhold Drawstring Palazzo Pants for $29 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

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There’s a fine line between looking polished and feeling comfortable, and most pants miss it completely. That’s exactly why the Anrabess high-waisted palazzos are getting so much attention on Amazon right now. If you’ve ever changed outfits halfway through the day because your clothes weren’t working, these might be the solution: easy, breathable and surprisingly […]

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While loose pants can sometimes appear formless, these summer-perfect bottoms are actually flattering. The high waist contours the silhouette, and the capri-style pant legs look great on both tall and petite wearers. Not to mention, sizes S to 5XL are up for grabs, ensuring the bottoms skim the frame instead of clinging and bunching.

Thanks to 29 colors and prints, the drawstring trousers pair with nearly everything. Wear the oat colorway with a striped button-up blouse and thong sandals for a sleek, quiet-luxury look. A sky-blue design featuring mini blossoms would look just as chic with a white tee and lightweight sneakers. Put simply, there’s something for every style preference.

However, shoppers are most impressed with the pants’ cooling abilities. “The lightweight, breathable material really keeps you cool and comfortable, making them perfect for spring and summer,” said a California native. Another shopper bought the pants for her mom, who lives in Las Vegas — she loved them so much, they secured a second pair.

Beat the summer heat with the comfy-chic Anyhold Drawstring Palazzo Pants for $29. Just shop them sooner rather than later to snag your choice color and print.

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Looking for something else? Explore more lightweight pants here and don’t forget to check out all of Amazon’s summer arrivals for more great finds!

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One week ago, I spent the greater part of my evening doing a major closet clean out, sifting through dozens of dresses, tees and bottoms. I parted ways with worn-out items, pieces that no longer fit my style and — most importantly — silhouettes that pinched or pulled. Because if something isn’t comfortable, it’s unlikely […]

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Jessi Draper is reflecting on her now-viral kiss with costar Chase McWhorter.

“It was awful. I mean, it wasn’t an awful kiss, that sounded bad, but it was just an awful situation,” Draper, 33, said on the Thursday, May 14, episode of Hulu’s “Get Real” podcast, noting the kiss happened “one time” at a party. “The thing with Chase is we had a connection, and I was in a vulnerable state and he was really there for me after [my] divorce.”

She continued, “Honestly, it was kind of like MomTok was falling apart during that time. This was right when all the news was breaking, and none of the girls were really talking. I was leaning on him, which was the wrong idea. I had just left Jordan [Ngatikaura] and my emotions were so heightened. We were drunk.”

Us Weekly confirmed in March that Draper and McWhorter, 31, briefly kissed during a mutual friend’s party. Draper was newly separated from Ngatikaura, 28, at the time. Chase, meanwhile, was previously married to Draper’s Mormon Wives costar Miranda McWhorter.

Related: Mormon Wives’ Chase Reveals What Actually Happened Between Him and Jessi

Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star Chase McWhorter spilled all the details on what really went down between him and Jessi Draper. “We just kissed,” McWhorter, 30, said of him and Draper, 33, during the Tuesday, April 7, episode of Harry Jowsey’s “Boyfriend Material” podcast. “That one got spun out of control, but we just […]

“I screwed that up, and I’m Team Miranda, I just have to say,” Draper said on Thursday, revealing where she stands with Miranda, 28, after the incident. “We haven’t talked about [the kiss] really.”

According to Draper, both she and Chase instantly “regretted” locking lips.

“He’s really, really great,” Draper added of Chase, noting Miranda would likely say the same. “He’s a good guy. He is the best at giving advice, and I think I was just in the wrong place in time to feel vulnerable to that. It was both of us. We both regretted it, said sorry.”

Draper further stressed that she and Chase told Miranda about their antics “the next morning,” two weeks before sending her fellow MomTokker a floral arrangement apology.

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The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Miranda Hope McWhorter is speaking out after Us Weekly exclusively confirmed that costar Jessi Draper kissed her ex-husband, Chase McWhorter. “I knew there had been communication between Chase and Jessi but not to what extent,” Miranda, 27, said in a statement to Entertainment Tonight on Thursday, March 26. “Chase […]

“I completely understood why [Miranda and Kate Racker, Chase’s ex] were both mad,” Draper acknowledged of telling the truth. “I was like, ‘I get it.’ I screwed up, I’m so sorry, I’m not in the right headspace.”

During her Hulu podcast appearance, Draper shared another “public apology” for her actions.

“That was the stupidest thing and I feel so sorry,” the JZ Styles founder said. “My head has not been right since my divorce, so I’m making crazy decisions.”

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Miranda, for her part, issued a statement after the kissing scandal.

“I knew there had been communication between Chase and Jessi but not to what extent,” she told Entertainment Tonight at the time. “Chase was upfront and told me that they were talking and that they kissed. Jessi reached out only after she knew Chase had told me something was going on with them.”

Miranda continued, “What I never want to get misconstrued is that there is not any emotional attachment to Chase. He is my coparent. Although I do feel disrespected by Chase, I feel slighted by my friend. Chase and I are no longer partners and while I have a high expectation of him as a coparent, I also hold my friends to a high standard and believe in girl code.”

It looks like NoCap and Summyah Marie are back on good terms. After constant online chatter surrounding their rocky relationship, the couple had the internet talking again following a surprise moment at Rolling Loud and an Instagram drop.

Related: Double Back?! Social Media Reacts After NoCap Brings Out Summyah Marie During TSU Performance (VIDEO)

NoCap Brings Summyah Marie On Stage At Rolling Loud

Earlier this month, NoCap and Summyah Marie sparked reconciliation rumors after he brought her out during a performance at TSU, marking the first time the two had been seen together since their public fallout. Now, the pair seemingly confirmed they’re back together after NoCap surprised fans by bringing Summyah on stage during his set at Rolling Loud in Orlando, where the two appeared cozy and even shared a kiss in front of the crowd.

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Adding even more fuel to the reunion rumors, the pair later shared a joint Instagram post posing together in matching leather outfits and sunglasses while looking boo’d up.

NoCap Reveals Details About He & Summyah’s Rekindled Relationship

Following the viral stage moment, clips from DJ Akademiks’ livestream began circulating online. As reported by TSR Teens, Akademiks spoke with NoCap, who confirmed that he and Summyah Marie are currently trying to make things work after rekindling their relationship. During the call, NoCap claimed he asked Summyah whether she wanted to continue living the “streamer lifestyle” or fully commit to being in a relationship. He also shared several conditions he allegedly set before getting back together with her, including going through her phone and her not live-streaming with other rappers. NoCap also alleged that after Summyah joined him on stage at Rolling Loud, Offset slid into her DMs.

Social Media Reacts

Social media users quickly flooded TSR Teens’ comment section with reactions to the couple’s latest development.

Instagram user @sighmustbety wrote, “He’s really talking to him after disrespecting his girl? She need to leave him tf alone.”

Another Instagram user @d.bandzzzz wrote, “One thing bout it cap sooooo tender bout dis young sh** 😂”

While Instagram user @kyelashai wrote, “Mind you he’s 27 and she’s 20.”

Instagram user @renriley789 wrote, “So he couldn’t take her being outside and made her his girlfriend. But now he trying to be strict. Ok got it. He’s tender we knew this!”

Another Instagram user @wrenblade_88 wrote, “Summyah going to break his heart and we going to get the best Album he ever dropped. Let it play out 😂”

While Instagram user @mookiefba wrote, “If I gotta set rules like that ion even need to be with her lol if a girl is rocking wit you frfr you shouldn’t even have to tell what’s right and what’s wrong in a relationship she’ll just know.”

Instagram user @iiam.naninani wrote, “Offset being in this got me weak he too old for that!”

Another Instagram user @__speakingofkate wrote, “this sounds like 2 high school girls on the phone.”

While Instagram user @millllyyy.0 wrote, “Bro said ‘don’t be doing what I’m doin BUT I’m going through up phone…’ His chest won’t be able to take it 😂😂😂😂😂”

Related: Streamer Summyah Marie Fires Back At DJ Akademiks Over Six-Figure Man Debate (WATCH)

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This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available.

Zara Larsson is clapping back after Chris Brown unexpectedly dragged her name into his latest social media rant over criticism surrounding his new album. The pop singer responded after Brown referenced her while venting about Pitchfork’s brutal review of his latest project, Brown, which the outlet famously scored a dismal 1.3 out of 10. During his Instagram Stories rant, Brown told critics unhappy with the album, “If you not my fan, I don’t want you to listen to my sh-t. Go listen to motherf-ckin’ Zara Larsson or somebody.”

Larsson did not stay quiet for long. After Brown’s comments began circulating online, the Swedish pop star responded bluntly. “Who the f-ck are you?” Larsson reportedly said while reacting to the unexpected name-drop.

Larsson has been openly critical of Brown for years, particularly due to his history of abuse allegations and controversies. Earlier this year, she revealed during an interview with Cosmopolitan that she intentionally blocks certain artists from appearing in her Spotify playlists.

“There are so many artists I have blocked on Spotify, and all of them are, like, abusers,” Larsson explained in the February interview. “You certainly wouldn’t find, like, a Chris Brown song.”

Following the exchange, fans quickly flooded social media with reactions, with many claiming Brown’s attempt to mock Larsson actually boosted support for the singer instead. Several users began comparing streaming numbers, album reviews, and Spotify listeners between the two artists. “Trust me Sh-t Brown….we ARE listening to Zara Larsson,” one user wrote online while pointing out that Larsson currently has more monthly Spotify listeners than Brown.

Brown’s comments toward Larsson came shortly after Pitchfork’s review of Brown went massively viral online, reportedly earning more than 10 million views across X within a single day. “[Brown] isn’t romantic or funny or sexy or sultry or dancey or soulful or vulnerable or honest or creative or inspired whatsoever,” Pierre wrote. “It’s soulless, hit-chasing music with nothing going for it if you aren’t personally invested in the Chris Brown culture wars.”

Chris Brown Insists He’s Unbothered By Album Backlash

Despite the backlash and harsh reviews, Brown’s album is still projected to debut at No. 5 on the Billboard 200. Pitchfork’s now-viral review labeled the project “soulless” and accused Brown of making “hit-chasing music,” further fueling debate online over the singer’s career and continued popularity.

Still, Brown has insisted he remains unfazed by the criticism and previously told fans he knows exactly who his audience is.

The online drama surrounding Larsson and Brown comes just days after the pop singer made headlines for an unexpected wardrobe malfunction during her performance on NBC’s “Today” show. Larsson helped kick off the morning show’s Summer Concert Series on May 8, performing several of her hits, including “Midnight Sun,” “Pretty Ugly,” and “Stateside,” in front of fans gathered at Rockefeller Plaza.

However, things took a chaotic turn during her performance of “Lush Life” when one of her sparkly silver heels reportedly broke mid-dance routine. The moment happened shortly after Larsson invited “Today” co-host Sheinelle Jones onstage to participate in the viral “Lush Life” dance, something the singer often does with fans during concerts. “

We gotta dance extra hard because I lost my heel!” Larsson joked while lifting her foot to reveal the broken stiletto heel, and that she did. Later, when she returned during the “3rd Hour of Today” to perform her song “Blue Moon,” the damaged shoe had been swapped out for a fresh pair.

Just weeks before finding herself at the center of the Chris Brown drama, Larsson opened up about the legendary artists who inspired her own music career. While attending the Billboard Women in Music event at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles on April 29, the Swedish singer was honored as this year’s Breakthrough Artist.

During the event, Larsson revealed which four artists she believes belong on her personal “Mount Rushmore” of pop music. “My four are the people that raised me,” the “Midnight Sun” singer said before naming Christina Aguilera, Céline Dion, Beyoncé, and Whitney Houston.

The summer of 2025 came to a screeching halt last September when fans held watch parties and kept their tissue boxes close for the series finale of Prime Video’s The Summer I Turned Pretty. The good news is that we know we’ll be heading back to Cousin’s Beach one way or another, thanks to a feature-length film that will pick up where we last left off with the beloved characters at the center of the string of novels penned by Jenny Han. In the months since the Lola Tung-led series came to an end, the streamer has been cooking up several new treats for YA romance. Thanks to the impending arrival of Every Year After, which will serve as an adaptation of Carley Fortune’s bestselling novel, Every Summer After, our next genre favorite is just right around the corner. Today, as part of Collider’s Exclusive Preview event, we’ve got a first look at the project that will hit screens just in time for summer break on June 10.

Starring Sadie Soverall (Fate: The Winx Saga) and Matt Cornett (High School Musical: The Musical: The Series), the story follows Percy (Soverall) and Sam (Cornett), two childhood best friends who see one another every summer at the popular lake town of Barry’s Bay. Over six years, viewers will follow the pair and their loved ones as they navigate life, relationships, and love. Additionally, the ensemble lineup also features the talents of Abigail Cowen (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina), Aurora Perrineau (When They See Us), Joseph Chiu (Fear Street: Prom Queen), Michael Bradway (Chicago Fire), and Elisha Cuthbert (House of Wax).

Our exclusive sneak peek of the upcoming series showcases the relationship between both Percy and Sam as well as Percy and her mother, Sue (Cuthbert). The first shot captures a loving moment between the couple at the center of the tale, with Sam and Percy taking a break from cooking up a storm to stare into one another’s eyes. The other image depicts the tight-knit bond between daughter and mother, as Percy and Sue share some laughs while shooting some pool.

Who’s Behind ‘Every Year After’?

Amy B. Harris (The Wilds) will serve as the title’s showrunner and also executive produce alongside Fortune, Lindsey Liberatore, Amy Rardin, John Stephens, and Grace Gilroy. Considering Prime Video’s track record with similar genre hits, including The Summer I Turned Pretty, Maxton Hall, and The Runarounds, Every Year After is on track to be yet another home run for the platform.

Check out the two new images from Every Year After above and stay tuned for more to come from Collider’s Exclusive Preview event.