is that his real apology? I haven't
NFR Oscars: Smith vs. Rock
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is that his real apology? I haven't
singlehandjay
Life of the Party
Rock should have told Will to shave his ass and make that bitch a weave, after the slap.
I'll bite your ear off! Or knock your lights out!! Don't mess with Mike T!!
Xoxo
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I agree @Roper …. And wish that we all paid more attention to news that really matters. But maybe we needed the distraction. The Russia/Ukraine war coming right on the heels of two years of Covid is a lot to take. Discussing and disagreeing about who is on Will Smith’s side and who is one Chris Rock’s side is a relief from what divided us about Covid and what scares us about a possible WW3.
We can do all of this.. I've been watching the news on Ukraine all morning.. not much I can do about it unfortunately! I'm all for a NO fly zone, done by NATO and not necessarily the US.. we've done enough.. and lowering gas taxes would be a nice federal policy! But I only have a 10 minute commute and a very efficient car.. 30 mph!
Chris Bellows
Steelhead
Jada isn't some actor's non-celebrity wife. She's an actress and attention seeking celebrity like so many of the nominees in the audience. The joke may have been bad, but if any of you are offended maybe you should watch clips of Ricky Gervais at the Golden Globes or any number of celebrity roasts where jokes are much more brutal than a bald joke. There are numerous ways to stand up for a loved one, and violence is often one of those ways but I would argue that getting physical should be a reaction to something more than a joke that lands flat (that Will was laughing at btw).
I finally saw a replay of "the" slap. My only thought was: Can you legally walk up and hit someone? Why should it be Chris Rock's choice for charges?
I actually think that given the professional relationship between Rock (a comedian who makes light of public figures) and Smith (a huge public figure) that this is workplace intimidation and charges should be filed on the behalf of Rock.
I actually think that given the professional relationship between Rock (a comedian who makes light of public figures) and Smith (a huge public figure) that this is workplace intimidation and charges should be filed on the behalf of Rock.
LMAO...Chris Rock for the win!
joefromchicago
Steelhead
I believe it was on Jimmy Kimmel's show (could have been the news) that they showed a clip of W.S. demonstating an identical "slap" on a unhurt child years ago. They also mentioned that ticket sales for their upcoming appearences have gone through the roof.
C'mon people, mission accomplished.
P.S. BTW, everyone knows you don't throw a slap from the hip, I mean, really. And the fact that Will and Jada have been airing their sex lives in public the last few months makes it seem a little much for a hair joke to set him off. People are just so easy to mess with in these overly politically-correct times.
C'mon people, mission accomplished.
P.S. BTW, everyone knows you don't throw a slap from the hip, I mean, really. And the fact that Will and Jada have been airing their sex lives in public the last few months makes it seem a little much for a hair joke to set him off. People are just so easy to mess with in these overly politically-correct times.
joefromchicago
Steelhead
But.....let's have some fun with this, who would you like to see get slapped at the Grammys this weekend?
In the interest of maintaining a non confrontational posture I plan to reserve judgement on this politically charged discussion until I am fully informed of how Lindsay Graham and Kevin McCarthy plan to respond to this affront to American values.
Yard Sale
Life of the Party
Dustin Chromers
Legend
To not see Americans and much of the world as in general distracted with petty things and trivial stuff like Hollywood as a rule or resting state is to ignore the bald faced truth that is. Even those that think they are awake and not distracted are often the ones most deeply programmed to keep their eyes on the newest shiny object. I'm not a negative person and I love a good film but Hollywood is completely irrelevant to me and frankly think Americans that spend energy on it are desperately looking for distraction from a life they are ultimately unsatisfied with. My apologies for the interjection with a Chromers mindful moment. Carry on.
Dustin Chromers
Legend
Rock's commitment to the craft is commendable.
Xoxo
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Just to clarify this statement…I personally am not “ ultimately unsatisfied”… though I would be if I didn’t sleep well at night. and being a heat seeker for doomsday news does not help with my insomnia , (which has gotten better by turning down the news). Distraction is an antidote for shit that is out of my control.
Dustin Chromers
Legend
I was not implying anything personal to your life. I was speaking more globally about the American population in general putting far too much emphasis in my opinion on what celebrities are wearing, thinking, doing, and saying. I think this obsession breeds a dissatisfaction and strange emotions in people. I feel the same about following every detail of sports stars. It's no different than the distraction intended by gladiator days and theater in ancient times. It's a human sociological thing and it holds true throughout time. I meant in no way shape or form to imply you were unsatisfied with life or any such other negative intonation.
swimmy
An honest tune with a lingering lead
Yeah, turn that shit off. You are being spun.