Will Smiths Slap at the Oscars probably has far-reaching consequences. According to current information, several productions with the actor are pending on ice placed. Among other things, Netflix has the plans for the film “Fast & Loose” postponed indefinitely. The return of one of his most famous roles is now on the brink.
Sony stops production of Bad Boys 4
Following the success of Bad Boys for Life, the action series starring cop duo Will Smith and Martin Lawrence was set to return for Part 4. The incident at the oscars but now also caused a rethink at Sony Pictures. For the moment the project is stopped. And that despite the fact that Will Smith apparently wrote a script for shortly before the award ceremony bad boy 4 had received. A theatrical release has not yet been announced.
Apple has been silent on the subject so far
The situation for Apple is somewhat more difficult. The company has Smith to star in emancipation cast. The film is set to debut on Apple TV+ later this year. The shoot has already been completed. Apple has not yet announced any changes to its plans. Apparently there are other projects with Will Smith in danger, which are in the report of Hollywood reporters but were not named.
What happened at the Oscars?
The trigger for the slap in front of an audience of millions was the appearance of comedian Chris Rock. After a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith stormed onto the Oscars stage and slapped Rock in the face. Later that night, Smith won the Oscar for Best Actor. During the acceptance speech, he tearfully apologized for the incident. Smith has since voluntarily left the Academy. An investigation has also not yet been completed.
Source: The Hollywood Reporters
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