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Demi Moore: Will Smith's Slap Stemmed from Misunderstanding

2/16/2025

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Demi Moore weighed in on the infamous slap by Will Smith at the Oscars, suggesting it arose from a misunderstanding, with Chris Rock's joke meant as a compliment. Reflecting on her own career, she celebrated G.I. Jane as a pivotal moment, even without an Oscar nod, while now proudly receiving a nomination for Best Actress in The Substance.

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Demi Moore weighed in on the infamous slap by Will Smith at the Oscars, suggesting it arose from a misunderstanding, with Chris Rock's joke meant as a compliment. Reflecting on her own career, she celebrated G.I. Jane as a pivotal moment, even without an Oscar nod, while now proudly receiving a nomination for Best Actress in The Substance.