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Part 14: Tony Rock on Will Smith Saying Devil Came for Him After Slapping Chris Rock, Winning Oscar
Part 12: Tony Rock on Will Smith Slapping His Brother Chris Rock on Oscars Stage
Part 1: Tony Rock on Growing Up in Crack Era NY, Saw Drug Dealer Friend Killed in Front of Him
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Tony Rock discussed his brother Chris Rock's infamous altercation with Will Smith at the Oscars. Vlad noted Chris's past experiences with bullying and his petite frame compared to Smith's muscular build. Tony clarified that Chris, known for his resilience and not being one to back down, was deeply affected by the incident's public and unexpected nature, calling it "unheard of" at such a prestigious event.
Tony firmly stated that if the situation had occurred away from the formal setting of the Oscars, Chris would have fought back. He emphasized that Chris's reaction was tempered by the environment and societal expectations. Vlad related with a personal anecdote about being unexpectedly slapped in a high-end bar, underscoring how unpredictable one's reaction can be in sudden, public confrontations. Both agreed that hypothetical bravado fades in real, unanticipated moments.
