As the 2023 Oscars came and went, the spotlight remained on the aftermath of the 2022 Oscars incident

where Will Smith slapped Chris Rock.

The tension was palpable as Jimmy Kimmel addressed the elephant in the room,

setting the stage for further discussion.

Despite the passing of time, the controversy surrounding the slap reignited when Chris Rock delivered scathing commentary in his Netflix special, “Selective Outrage.”

Rock’s remarks spared no punches, dredging up past grievances and sparking heated debates about Will and Jada Pinkett Smith’s actions and personal lives.

Rock’s critique, particularly of the Smiths’ boycott of the 2016 Oscars and rumors of their open marriage, divided opinions.

His suggestion that the slap stemmed from Will’s marital frustrations intensified the public scrutiny surrounding the incident.

In response, Will Smith reportedly felt embarrassed and hurt by Rock’s words, believing they crossed a line.

Efforts at reconciliation fell short, with Will expressing disappointment in Netflix’s role in amplifying Rock’s message.

The fallout from Rock’s special continued to reverberate, prompting responses from both Jada and Will.

Amidst the chaos, Rock himself sought peace and closure, offering a glimmer of hope for resolution.

As the saga unfolds, observers are left wondering whether this feud will persist or if both parties will find a way to mend fences and move forward.

Only time will tell as the fallout from the 2022 Oscars incident continues to cast a shadow over Will Smith’s triumphs and controversies in Hollywood.