Floyd Mayweather Called Will Smith Every Day for 10 Days After Chris Rock Oscars Slap

Mayweather Offers Support

Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather reached out to actor Will Smith after he was banned from the Oscars for slapping comedian Chris Rock. Mayweather called Smith every day for ten days to offer comfort and remind him that he is "the champ."

Smith's Controversial Moment

Will Smith was banned from the Oscars for ten years after hitting Chris Rock live on stage. The incident occurred after Rock made a joke about Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett. Smith later apologized for his actions.

A Friend in Mayweather

In a video obtained by TMZ Sports, Smith expressed his gratitude for Mayweather's support. Despite not being close friends before, Mayweather made a point to call Smith every day following the incident. Smith considers Mayweather a lifelong friend.

Public Apology

Smith publicly apologized to Chris Rock for his behavior. He acknowledged his mistake and expressed remorse for his actions.

A Turning Point for Pinkett-Smith

Jada Pinkett-Smith, who had separated from Will Smith in 2016, claimed that the incident actually helped save their marriage. She believes that attending the Oscars and experiencing the aftermath of the slap made her realize she will never leave him.