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

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

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Will Smith issued a statement on Instagram addressing his behavior at the Academy Awards. He acknowledged that violence is harmful and admitted his actions were unacceptable. He apologized to Chris Rock for reacting emotionally to a joke about Jada's medical condition. Smith also extended apologies to the Academy, the show's producers, attendees, and viewers worldwide. He concluded by stating he is a work in progress.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What platform did Will Smith use to share his statement?

Instagram

Twitter

Facebook

YouTube

2.

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What does Will Smith describe as poisonous and destructive?

Jokes

Criticism

Violence

Social Media

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What was the subject of the joke that Will Smith found too much to bear?

The Academy Awards

His family

His career

Jade's medical condition

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To whom did Will Smith first apologize in his statement?

The attendees

The producers

Chris

The Academy

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How does Will Smith describe his personal journey at the end of his statement?

A finished product

A work in progress

A public figure

An entertainer