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Will Smith onstage at the 94th Academy Awards on March 27, 2022, moments after striking Chris Rock. Photo: Chris Pizzello / AP / NTB
Copenhagen, denmark – Actor Will Smith addressed the 2022 Oscars incident during his concert at the royal Arena in Copenhagen on Tuesday, August 8th, 2023, holding his Oscar statuette while speaking to the audience.The performance marked a meaningful return to the stage following the controversy.
Smith, 54, acknowledged the difficult period in his life, referencing the evening at the 94th Academy Awards where he slapped comedian Chris Rock after a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith’s, hair. “The last couple of years of my life have been difficult. On an evening that was supposed to be the crown of my career, something terribly wrong happened. I have dedicated my whole career to bring joy in this world. And I just want to thank you all for staying with me,” Smith stated, lifting the Oscar into the air.
the Danish audience responded with applause and cheers, showing support for the actor. The concert featured a setlist of Smith’s 90s hits, including “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It,” “Wild Wild West,” and “Miami,” performed alongside 60 local dancers.
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Smith’s appearance in Copenhagen was not without debate, given the fallout from the Oscars incident. The concert, held at the Royal Arena which has a capacity of approximately 16,000, drew varied reactions from critics.
