Will Smith's BET Awards Performance

Will Smith received a standing ovation at the BET Awards for his redemptive performance of a new gospel-charged track. The performance featured Kirk Franklin, Chandler Moore, and Sunday Service Choir, delivering a message of hope and resilience.

Rob Schneider comments on Will Smith's behavior at the Oscars

Rob Schneider comments on Will Smith's behavior at the Oscars, calling him a liar and a fraud. Smith slapped Chris Rock for making a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, during the live broadcast.

Will Smith's 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' Movie Success

The movie 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' opened with an estimated $56 million over the weekend, marking one of Will Smith's biggest hits since the 2022 Academy Awards incident. The film is the fourth installment of the 'Bad Boys' franchise.

Vanessa Hudgens pregnancy during filming of 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die'

Vanessa Hudgens was pregnant during filming of 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' with Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. The movie opened with $56 million, a critical weekend win for the movie business.

Bad Boys: Ride or Die movie release

Bad Boys: Ride or Die is the fourth installment in a 30-year-old franchise with projected opening box office numbers between $30 million and $60 million. The previous movie, Bad Boys for Life, was a surprise hit in 2020. However, there are concerns about the current movie's appeal due to changes in Will Smith's public image.

Los Angeles Dodgers signing Will Smith to a record-breaking contract

The Los Angeles Dodgers are finalizing a 10-year, $140 million deal with catcher Will Smith, making it the longest contract ever given to a catcher. Smith has been a standout player since his MLB debut in 2019 and is expected to be a key player for the Dodgers in the coming years.

Will and Jada Pinkett Smith's Charity Closure

Will and Jada Pinkett Smith's charity is reportedly shutting down after donations plummeted following the infamous Oscars slap in 2022. The couple has been separated since 2016 and is now focusing on giving to charitable causes in a private capacity.

Seating Arrangements at the Academy Awards

The 96th Academy Awards will feature many famous stars in the audience as background players, with priority seating based on a traditional hierarchy and logistics. The seating arrangements are carefully planned to ensure a smooth broadcast and capture real-time reactions. Seating politics involve considerations like nominees' relationships and avoiding awkward encounters. The COVID-19 pandemic led to reduced seating capacity and unconventional broadcasts. Being seated at the Oscars comes with great scrutiny, as demonstrated by Will Smith's recent incident.