Social media users are reacting to what appears to be “the greatest night in television history,” as Will Smith unleashed his rage on Chris Rock.
Will Smith smacked the comedian in the face at the Oscars. This occurred as a result of a joke made by Chris Rock about Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head.
Will laughed, but Pinkett Smith was not amused, rolling her eyes in displeasure. Will approached Rock quickly and landed a smack. Will, upon resuming his seat, instructed Rock not to make any reference to his wife in his jokes.
Will’s actions have left celebrities and social media users perplexed, with users divided on whether his actions were antagonistic or heroic.
Those who support Will’s actions say Rock was impolite to make fun of Picket’s alopecia, an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss.
Jaden Smith tweeted the night of the incident, “And that’s how we do it.” It’s unclear whether his tweet is in response to the incident, but users believe it’s his reaction to his father’s actions.
Others see this unfortunate event as yet another opportunity to create satirical memes.
