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Year After The Slap, Chris Rock Punches Back In New Special

Year After The Slap, Chris Rock Punches Back In New Special

News 9 A year after Will Smith smacked him on the Academy Awards stage, Chris Rock finally gave his rebuttal in a forceful stand-up special, streamed live on Netflix, in which the comedian bragged that he “took that hit like Pacquiao.”

Will Smith Addresses 'Horrific' Oscars Slap: 'I Lost It'

Will Smith Addresses 'Horrific' Oscars Slap: 'I Lost It'

CBS News In March, Smith went on the Oscars stage and slapped Rock across the face after Rock made a joke about Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

Will Smith Posts An Apology Video For Slapping Chris Rock

Will Smith Posts An Apology Video For Slapping Chris Rock

Associated Press Will Smith has again apologized to Chris Rock for slapping him during the Oscar telecast in a new video.

Pinkett Smith Talks Hair-Loss ‘Shame,’ Outcome Of Oscar Slap

Pinkett Smith Talks Hair-Loss ‘Shame,’ Outcome Of Oscar Slap

Associated Press Jada Pinkett Smith turned her husband’s Oscar-night blowup into a teachable moment about alopecia areata, the hair-loss disorder affecting her and millions of others that, in some cases, can impact a person’s sense of identity.

Will Smith Banned From Oscars After Slapping Chris Rock Onstage

Will Smith Banned From Oscars After Slapping Chris Rock Onstage

Associated Press The motion picture academy on Friday banned Will Smith from attending the Oscars or any other academy event for 10 years following his slap of Chris Rock at the Academy Awards.

Will Smith Resigns From Film Academy Over Chris Rock Slap

Will Smith Resigns From Film Academy Over Chris Rock Slap

Associated Press Will Smith resigned Friday from the motion picture academy following his Oscars night slap of Chris Rock and said he would accept any further punishment the organization imposed.

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Oscars Producer Says Police Offered To Arrest Will Smith

Oscars Producer Says Police Offered To Arrest Will Smith

Associated Press Oscars producer Will Packer said Los Angeles police were ready to arrest Will Smith after Smith slapped Chris Rock on the Academy Awards stage.

Oscars Producer Says Police Offered To Arrest Will Smith

Oscars Producer Says Police Offered To Arrest Will Smith

Associated Press Oscars producer Will Packer said Los Angeles police were ready to arrest Will Smith after Smith slapped Chris Rock on the Academy Awards stage.

Academy: Will Smith Refused To Leave Oscars After Rock Slap

Academy: Will Smith Refused To Leave Oscars After Rock Slap

Associated Press The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences on Wednesday said that Will Smith was asked to leave to Sunday’s Oscar ceremony after hitting Chris Rock but refused to do so.

Academy: Will Smith Refused To Leave Oscars After Rock Slap

Academy: Will Smith Refused To Leave Oscars After Rock Slap

Associated Press The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences on Wednesday said that Will Smith was asked to leave to Sunday’s Oscar ceremony after hitting Chris Rock but refused to do so.

Will Smith Would Face Little More Than A Slap If Charged

Will Smith Would Face Little More Than A Slap If Charged

Associated Press Will Smith’s slap seen ’round the world at the Oscars was clearly a crime, legal experts say, but the chances of prosecution are slim and even if convicted he’d likely face little more than a slap of his own — on the wrist.

Will Smith Would Face Little More Than A Slap If Charged

Will Smith Would Face Little More Than A Slap If Charged

Associated Press Will Smith’s slap seen ’round the world at the Oscars was clearly a crime, legal experts say, but the chances of prosecution are slim and even if convicted he’d likely face little more than a slap of his own — on the wrist.

Will Smith Apologizes: 'I Was Out Of Line And I Was Wrong'

Will Smith Apologizes: 'I Was Out Of Line And I Was Wrong'

Associated Press The day after slapping Chris Rock on the stage of the 94th Academy Awards, Will Smith issued an apology to the comedian, the academy and viewers at home, saying he was “out of line” and that his actions are “not indicative of the man I want to be.”

Will Smith Apologizes: 'I Was Out Of Line And I Was Wrong'

Will Smith Apologizes: 'I Was Out Of Line And I Was Wrong'

Associated Press The day after slapping Chris Rock on the stage of the 94th Academy Awards, Will Smith issued an apology to the comedian, the academy and viewers at home, saying he was “out of line” and that his actions are “not indicative of the man I want to be.”

Hollywood Reacts To Will Smith's Slap Of Chris Rock At Oscars

Hollywood Reacts To Will Smith's Slap Of Chris Rock At Oscars

CBS News Even people who didn't watch the Oscars on Sunday night likely heard about "the slap." And many celebrities — regardless of whether they saw it in person — have shared their reactions.

Hollywood Reacts To Will Smith's Slap Of Chris Rock At Oscars

Hollywood Reacts To Will Smith's Slap Of Chris Rock At Oscars

CBS News Even people who didn't watch the Oscars on Sunday night likely heard about "the slap." And many celebrities — regardless of whether they saw it in person — have shared their reactions.

Will Smith, Chris Rock Confrontation Shocks Oscar Audience

Will Smith, Chris Rock Confrontation Shocks Oscar Audience

Associated Press A 94th Academy Awards that steadily maintained a buoyant spirit was rocked by an unbelievable exchange after Will Smith took offense to a joke made by Chris Rock about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

Will Smith, Chris Rock Confrontation Shocks Oscar Audience

Will Smith, Chris Rock Confrontation Shocks Oscar Audience

Associated Press A 94th Academy Awards that steadily maintained a buoyant spirit was rocked by an unbelievable exchange after Will Smith took offense to a joke made by Chris Rock about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

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Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Appearance At Grammys

Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Appearance At Grammys

News 9 Michelle Obama made a surprise appearance to help open the 61st Annual Grammy Awards with host Alicia Keys.

Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Appearance At Grammys

Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Appearance At Grammys

News 9 Michelle Obama made a surprise appearance to help open the 61st Annual Grammy Awards with host Alicia Keys.

Carrie Underwood Makes History At CMT Awards

Carrie Underwood Makes History At CMT Awards

Keith Urban wasn't having much luck at the Grammy Awards and the Academy of Country Music Awards earlier this year, but the country superstar found his stride at the 2017 CMT Music Awards, picking up four honors including video of the year for "Blue Ain't Your Color."

Carrie Underwood Makes History At CMT Awards

Carrie Underwood Makes History At CMT Awards

Keith Urban wasn't having much luck at the Grammy Awards and the Academy of Country Music Awards earlier this year, but the country superstar found his stride at the 2017 CMT Music Awards, picking up four honors including video of the year for "Blue Ain't Your Color."

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Power sub-station catches fire in Midtown, cuts traffic lights

Power sub-station catches fire in Midtown, cuts traffic lights

Graham Dowers An electrical substation caught fire in Midtown Sunday morning, according to police.

Power sub-station catches fire in Midtown, cuts traffic lights

Power sub-station catches fire in Midtown, cuts traffic lights

Graham Dowers An electrical substation caught fire in Midtown Sunday morning, according to police.

OHP issues alert for missing 13-year-old in Glenpool

OHP issues alert for missing 13-year-old in Glenpool

Graham Dowers The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has issued an Endangered Missing Advisory for 13-year-old Navaeh Hansen.

OHP issues alert for missing 13-year-old in Glenpool

OHP issues alert for missing 13-year-old in Glenpool

Graham Dowers The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has issued an Endangered Missing Advisory for 13-year-old Navaeh Hansen.

DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

News 9 President Donald Trump has signed a continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of September, temporarily avoiding a shutdown while setting the stage for future budget battles.

DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

News 9 President Donald Trump has signed a continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of September, temporarily avoiding a shutdown while setting the stage for future budget battles.

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Power sub-station catches fire in Midtown, cuts traffic lights

Power sub-station catches fire in Midtown, cuts traffic lights

Graham Dowers An electrical substation caught fire in Midtown Sunday morning, according to police.

OHP issues alert for missing 13-year-old in Glenpool

OHP issues alert for missing 13-year-old in Glenpool

Graham Dowers The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has issued an Endangered Missing Advisory for 13-year-old Navaeh Hansen.

DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

DC Debrief: Continuing resolution for federal budget signed by Trump

News 9 President Donald Trump has signed a continuing resolution to fund the government through the end of September, temporarily avoiding a shutdown while setting the stage for future budget battles.

Your Vote Counts: The economy, healthcare, and tax cuts

Your Vote Counts: The economy, healthcare, and tax cuts

Graham Dowers As political tensions rise across the country, Oklahoma lawmakers are addressing both state and national concerns, from economic uncertainty to health care reforms and tax cuts.

Stillwater residents begin cleanup after wildfires

Stillwater residents begin cleanup after wildfires

Graham Dowers Communities across Oklahoma are facing widespread destruction after a night of wildfires fueled by violent winds

Oklahoma fire recovery continues in northeastern OK

Oklahoma fire recovery continues in northeastern OK

Carrie Winchel Wildfires in Oklahoma devastated parts of the state Friday, fueled by strong winds. Follow live updates for recovery efforts.

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