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OJ Simpson says Will Smith was wrong to hit Chris Rock

OJ Simpson says Will Smith was "wrong" to hit Chris Rock over the comedian's "semi-unfunny" joke at the Oscars.
Oscars 2022 • 30 Mar 22

Oscars host Amy Schumer 'stunned and sad'

Oscars host Amy Schumer has said she is "still triggered and traumatized" as she praised comedian Chris Rock for handling it "like a pro" after Will Smith stormed onto the Oscars stage and slapped him.
Oscars 2022 • 31 Mar 22

Zoe Kravitz decries Oscars slap in Instagram post

Zoe Kravitz has denounced the Oscars as an event "where we are apparently screaming profanities and assaulting people on stage now", following the altercation between Will Smith and Chris Rock.
Movies • 30 Mar 22

Graham Norton: 'Heckling, yes, punching, no'

Chat show host Graham Norton has described Will Smith's behaviour at the Oscars as unacceptable, saying: "Heckling is acceptable. Punching people isn't."
Television • 30 Mar 22

Chris Rock ticket sales increase 'dramatically'

Ticket sales for Chris Rock's stand-up comedy shows have reportedly increased "dramatically" following the Oscars altercation with Will Smith, with the comedian yet to publicly comment on the drama of Sunday night.
Trending • 30 Mar 22

Oscars ratings bounce back as Will Smith hooks viewers

The Oscars were in desperate need of a ratings boost - and, on a night when Will Smith stunned viewers by slapping Chris Rock on stage, some 15.36 million Americans tuned in.
Oscars 2022 • 29 Mar 22

Will Smith says sorry to Chris Rock over Oscars slap

Actor Will Smith has issued a public apology to Chris Rock after slapping the comedian at the Oscars.
Oscars 2022 • 29 Mar 22

Oscars condemns Will Smith slap and launches review

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the group that hands out the Oscars, on Monday condemned Will Smith's slap of presenter Chris Rock at Sunday night's ceremony and said it had started a formal review of the incident.
Oscars 2022 • 28 Mar 22

No charges filed against Smith over slap incident

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has said no police report has been filed after Oscar-winner Will Smith stuck comedian Chris Rock on stage at Sunday night's Oscar ceremony.
Oscars 2022 • 28 Mar 22

What's on? 10 top TV and streaming tips for Saturday

It's the final qualifier on Last Singer Standing, The Man of Steel returns in Superman & Lois, PJ Gallagher is among Angela Scanlon's guests, and Battle of the Christmas Lights continues . . .
Television • 04 Dec 21

Chris Rock tests positive for coronavirus

Chris Rock has tested positive for coronavirus and urged his followers to get vaccinated.
Movies • 19 Sep 21

The Witches is the latest film to skip cinemas

A new adaptation of Roald Dahl's The Witches has become the latest film announced as skipping cinemas to go straight to release on demand services.
The Witches • 12 Oct 20

What's on? 10 top telly tips for Saturday July 11

Emma Willis is back with The Voice Kids, there's a cracking Chris Rock compilation, The Kings of Leon are rocking in London, and Hugh Jackman and Alison Janney star in Bad Education . . .
Television • 11 Jul 20

Eddie Murphy back on Saturday Night Live after 35 years

Eddie Murphy made his return to Saturday Night Live on US television this weekend, 35 years after he left the comedy institution to pursue his career in Hollywood.
Television • 22 Dec 19

Chris Rock to play mob boss in fourth season of Fargo

Chris Rock has joined the cast of the 1950's-set fourth season of Fargo as a mob boss, it has been announced by FX.
Television • 03 Aug 18

Chris Rock bans mobile phones from 3Arena gig

Yes, you read that right folks. If you are going to see Chris Rock at the 3Arena at the end of the month you need to leave your phone at home or place it under lock and key.
chris rock • 04 Sep 17

Chatshow king Jimmy Kimmel to host Oscars

He's already a bit of a veteran when it comes to presenting award shows but US chatshow host Jimmy Kimmel has landed the big one and will be hosting the the 2017 Academy Awards this February for the first time.
Entertainment • 06 Dec 16

Oscar host Chris Rock addresses diversity controversy

Comedian Chris Rock opened the 88th Academy Awards with a monologue that poked fun at the diversity controversy which has marred this year's ceremony.
Entertainment • 29 Feb 16

TEN things you didn't know about Oscar host Chris Rock

Chris Rock takes up hosting duties at the Oscars this Sunday night. Here are ten things you may not know about the actor/comedian.
Entertainment • 28 Feb 16

Chris Rock will address Oscars controversy as host

Chris Rock will make reference to the #OscarsSoWhite controversy during his opening monologue as host of this year's Academy Awards.
Entertainment • 25 Jan 16

Chris Rock and Alicia Keys to guest on Empire

Soapy hip-hop drama Empire will get even more star-studded in season two as Chris Rock, Lenny Kravitz and Alicia Keys all make guest appearances.
Entertainment • 13 May 15

Film review: Top Five ****

Chris Rock's charming and funny romcom rips along with real heart and spirit while making some excellent observations about racism, politics and black America.
Entertainment • 08 May 15

Top Five

Chris Rock's charming and funny romcom rips along with real heart and spirit while making some excellent observations about racism, politics and black America.
Movie Reviews • 11 May 15

Comedian Chris Rock and wife to divorce

Chris Rock and his wife, philanthropist Malaak Compton-Rock, are divorcing after nearly two decades of marriage.
Entertainment • 30 Dec 14

Chris Rock: Drama is easier than comedy

Chris Rock has claimed that comedies are harder to make than dramas.
Entertainment • 03 Dec 14

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