The TV show Slow Horses creator Will Smith made a humorous remark on the Oscars slap incident at the 2024 Emmy Awards.
He began his address with a joke when he received the Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series award. First of all, he advised, “Relax — despite my name; I come in peace.” Everyone started to chuckle at this. He was referring to the incident in which actor Will Smith slapped Chris Rock during the 2022 Oscars.
The Emmy went to writer Will Smith for his work on Apple TV+’s Slow Horses. Mick Herron’s books form the basis of the programme. At the Emmys this year it received six nominations.
Will Smith congratulated the Slow Horse team and actors in his address. He particularly singled out Gary Oldman, one of the show’s principal performers.
The joke was a pleasant reminder of the Oscars event for everyone during the awards.