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Wanda Sykes Says Will Smith Called to Apologize for 2022 Oscars Slap

The Variety interview serves as a revision of her 2022 account, highlighting how the episode continues to shape the night’s legacy.

Overview

  • Sykes said Smith placed a phone call to apologize after the ceremony, but she was ill and replied by text rather than speaking.
  • Her comment updates earlier remarks from March 2022, when she said the hosts had not received an apology.
  • Sykes reflected that her cohosting turn with Amy Schumer and Regina Hall was overshadowed by the onstage altercation.
  • She reiterated that Smith should have been removed from the venue, calling it gross that he remained and accepted his award.
  • Smith previously resigned from the Academy and is barred from Academy events for 10 years, with no new disciplinary steps reported.