Post-Oscars 2022 slap: When Denzel Washington revealed an insightful conversation with Will Smith

Denzel Washington's Spiritual Perspective on Will Smith's Oscar Fiasco

Over a year has passed since the infamous 2022 Oscars incident involving Will Smith's slap to Chris Rock. Legendary actor Denzel Washington broke his silence back then, revealing a spiritual perspective that reflected on the deeper meaning behind the controversial moment.

A Holy Intervention Amidst a Hollywood Feud

At the epicenter of the buzz, Washington, a fellow nominee for Best Actor, stepped into a fiery crossfire following the shocking confrontation. As reported by Variety, he prayed alongside a distressed Smith shortly after the incident that made international headlines. "At your highest moment, be careful—that’s when the devil comes for you," Washington reportedly counseled Smith.

According to a discussion with renowned author and bishop T.D. Jakes at a leadership summit, Washington recalled his words of wisdom. "There’s a saying, ‘When the devil ignores you, then you know you’re doing something wrong.’ The devil goes, ‘Oh no, leave him alone; he’s my favorite,'" he said. "Conversely, when the devil comes at you, maybe it’s because he’s trying to do something right. And for whatever reason, the devil got ahold of that circumstance that night."

Standing in Solidarity and Grace Amidst Controversy

Following Smith's unexpected reaction to a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith, other celebrities, including Tyler Perry and Bradley Cooper, were spotted providing solace to the upset actor. "Fortunately, there were people there. Not just me, but others," Washington noted, highlighting the power of unity in moments of crisis.

Emphasizing the power of prayer and compassion, Washington said, "I don’t know all the ins and outs of the situation, but I know the only solution was prayer, the way I see it." This approach led to Smith's eventual resignation from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, accepting "all consequences for my conduct."

Recalling Smith's heartfelt statement of remorse, he added, “I am heartbroken... Change takes time and I am committed to doing the work to ensure that I never again allow violence to overtake reason.”

Denzel Washington's candid recollection of this incident showcases not only his role as an acclaimed actor but also his spiritual grounding. It further highlights the continuing impact of the event that reshaped the face of Hollywood's most celebrated night.

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