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Oscar Slap: Us reveals Will Smith’s wife, wishes her husband hadn’t slapped Chris Rock
Actress Jada Pinkett Smith, the wife of troubled Hollywood actor Will Smith, has claimed that she wishes her husband had not slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards on Sunday, March 27, stated by Us Weekly report
Smith had hit comedian and actor, Rock, during the Oscars, which were aired live around the world from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, with roughly 2,500 guests, for making jokes about his wife.
Pinkett and Smith are in agreement, according to a source who talked to the magazine, that he overreacted by slapping the comedian.
“It was in the heat of the moment and it was him overreacting. He knows that she knows that. They’re in agreement that he overreacted,” the source was quoted as saying.
Shortly after the incident, which drew global outrage after a video of the slap was shared on social media platforms throughout the world, Smith received the night’s most prized award, Best Actor, for his part in the biopic King Richard.
After the slap, Rock said, “Will Smith just smacked the s—t out of me.”
Smith yelled back at the comedian, “Keep my wife’s name out of your f—king lips,” as he returned to his seat beside his wife.
Rock made comments about Pinkett’s shaved head, which the actress had felt insecure over after revealing that she had alopecia, a disorder that causes bald spots on the scalp.
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Following the slap, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences issued a statement condemning the actor’s behavior, announcing that it had begun an investigation into the incident and later apologizing to Rock.
Pinkett, who has been married to Smith since 1997, did not feel the need to be protected from anyone, according to the source, therefore her husband did not have to smack Rock.
“She’s not one of these women that needs protecting. He didn’t need to do what he did, she didn’t need protecting. She’s not a wallflower.
“She’s a strong woman, an opinionated woman and she can fight her own battles. But she will stand by him,” the source stated.
Despite presenting shows across the US that witnessed a spike in ticket sales, the comedian has stayed silent on the slap since the occurrence. Smith, on the other hand, apologized to Rock for his behavior that night on Instagram and denounced his own acts.
With the Academy‘s judgment on Smith’s Best Actor award becoming the subject of discussion, the actor resigned from the organization and declared that he would take any further penalty if inflicted.
Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa has been signed up by Jaiz Bank as a brand ambassador.
An elated Musa made the disclosure in a statement on his verified handle on micro-blogging site, X on Thursday.
The Kano Pillars striker urged his fans to troop to Jaiz Bank to do business for trusting him with the new role.
He exclaimed, “And to my amazing fans – if you want to support me, make sure to head over to Jaiz Bank and open your accounts with them today! ”
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He wrote, “✨Alhamdulillah✨ I am SO excited to announce that I’ve officially joined Jaiz Bank as their newest ambassador! 🎉💼
“A huge thank you to @JaizBankNG for trusting me and allowing me to be a part of this amazing journey! 🙏🏼💚 It’s an honor to represent a brand that believes in growth, security, and financial empowerment.
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On November 20, 2024, Kenya’s First Lady, Rachel Ruto, celebrated her 56th birthday and her husband President William Ruto publicly expressed his love and appreciation for his wife on this special day, wishing her well.
The birthday celebrations were marked by an outpouring of goodwill from political figures, media, and citizens across Kenya, who praised her for her grace, leadership, and significant contributions to society, particularly through initiatives like the Joyful Women Organisation, which aims to empower rural women.
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The day was characterized by a collective acknowledgment of her role as a national figure dedicated to community upliftment.
In a heartfelt message, President William Ruto took to social media, writing, “Happy birthday my love, @MamaRachelRuto. Continue being a blessing to me and our children. Mungu akubariki sana,” which translates to “God bless you abundantly.”
Other prominent leaders also extended their wishes to the First Lady, with Anne Waiguru, EGH, OGW, Governor of Kirinyaga County, tweeting, “Happy Birthday First Lady,” further showing the respect and admiration for Rachel Ruto’s leadership and impact.
A gas cylinder explosion at a filling station in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State has resulted in significant damage to six vehicles, according to a statement from the Katsina State Police Command.
The command’s spokesperson, Abubakar Sadiq-Aliyu, confirmed the incident, which occurred on Friday, November 15, 2024.
He explained that a loud explosion alerted police operatives from the Jibia Divisional Police Headquarters. Responding promptly, the Divisional Police Officer led a team to the site, supported by military personnel.
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“Upon arrival, operatives found a truck loaded with gas cylinders engulfed in flames at Tamal filling station, along Kagadama-Magamar Jibia Road,” Sadiq-Aliyu stated. The joint team acted swiftly, deploying measures to protect lives and limit property damage. Their efforts successfully extinguished the fire.
The spokesperson added, “Six motor vehicles were significantly affected by the fire incident, but fortunately, no life was lost.”
State Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Abubakar-Musa, has directed a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. Updates on the findings will be provided as investigations progress.
This incident highlights the need for heightened safety measures at gas filling stations to prevent such occurrences.
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