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Will Smith's mother speaks about Oscars confrontation: 'First time I've ever seen him go off'

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Will Smith's mother says Oscars slap doesn't define her son
The mother of Philadelphia actor Will Smith is speaking out about her son's confrontation with comedian Chris Rock during the Oscars.
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