Will Smith shocked audiences with his violent reaction to one of Chris Rock’s jokesat the 2022 Oscars.
Smith went on stage and slapped Rock after the comment was made (perThe New York Times).
According toPeople, Pinkett Smith ultimately decided to shave her head at her daughter Willow’s encouragement.

(via The New York Times).
AsNPRreported, audiences were astonished that Smith didn’t face any repercussions for his actions.
Smith also received hugs and adoration from his fellow after-party attendees.

Rock decided not to attend, supposedly because Smith’s group numbered over 20 people.
Mark Hamill made use of the hashtag “UgliestOscarMoment_Ever” onTwitter.
Violent physical assault … not so much."

Sophia Bush commented onTwitter, “Assault is never the answer.”
Doing so on purpose is cruel."
“I thought it was very important to bring love into the room.