Will Smith tearfully accepts a best actor Oscar for his role in King Richard. Earlier in the ceremony Smith slapped Chris Rock onstage. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images hide caption
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The 2022 Oscars included a best picture win for CODA, plus awards for Jessica Chastain, Dune, Encanto, and Jane Campion. But the proceedings were overshadowed when Will Smith slapped Chris Rock. Later in the ceremony, Smith won a best actor Oscar for his role in King Richard.