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Will Smith's Oscars slap felt by comedians beyond Chris Rock - 1News
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Smith's act comes during a stressful time for comedy. While boundaries for humour constantly shift, comics say they have felt increased pushback from audiences and society.
When Will Smith slapped Chris Rock over an Oscars ceremony punchline, other comedians felt the sting.
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