Kaylah Walton
When Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars, it sparked a flurry of reactions from the public, other celebrities, and notably, comedians. Prior to the incident, many in the comedy world felt that the Chris Rock of old, known for his bold and edgy humor in the late ’90s, had faded away. However, the aftermath of the slap saw Adam Sandler and Joe Rogan discussing the return of that vintage Chris Rock during a recent episode of ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’.
Adam Sandler’s Perspective on Chris Rock’s Special
After the widely-publicized slap, it took a year for Chris Rock to process the events and craft a new comedy special addressing the incident. When the special aired on Netflix, audiences witnessed a revival of the confrontational Chris Rock of old, delivering sharp and fearless comedy once again. Adam Sandler likened the anticipation for this special to the excitement of a Super Bowl, showcasing the levels of hype surrounding the event. Sandler and Rock, who share a long friendship and history of collaborating on comedy films, were both delighted to see Rock’s return to form.
Joe Rogan also noted the resurgence of Chris Rock’s comedic prowess and viewed it as a positive development for the industry. However, both Sandler and Rogan expressed doubts about the impact of the slap on Will Smith, speculating that the incident likely left the actor feeling remorseful. As time has passed and life has moved on, the slap has become a distant memory, preserved only in archived footage on platforms like YouTube. The question remains: Who bore the brunt of the historical Oscars moment – Will Smith or Chris Rock?
