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- “I promised you I wouldn’t make a slave movie. This is a freedom movie.” Academy Award-winning actor Will Smith discusses playing one of the most famous unknown people from American history in “Emancipation,” why he chose to work on this project, and how he’s spent the last year since the Oscars incident. #DailyShow #Comedy
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Much respect to Trevor bringing up the Oscars, and respect to Will for not slapping him for it.
Will deserves zero respect.
Anything is fair game except Will's wife's name.
Will is so fake. I always thought he was a closeted queen.
@@fozzsr everybody deserves forgiveness
@@steviefowler9161 Even rapists?
I hate to see Trevor leave this show. I learned so much from him. His perspectives on things along with kindness and clear , transparent way he talks. I’m going to miss him.😢
Verdad. I hope his replacement is decent. If not, I won't be watching.
Me too. 😢
Trevor gave us a lot. Much appreciation Trevor, and Will as well.
@@candiyoung-gibson1076 remember when Noah took over for John Stewart? Waiting to see whose next.
@@angelaveale3615 everything always that happens is 100% positive 😂
Hoping for positive.
Hy guys, I've been studying English for 7 years, and now I understand what they're talking about, i so happy 😂🎉, Moldova 🇲🇩
I understood it too, i am from argentina ❤
Oh so cute 🥰
@@jDelestal94 Congrats guys. That's awesome. I hope you're practicing all the time
When I watch an interview, I wanna see people be a little or a lot vulnerable. Trevor lets them in a way that is dignifying and uplifting - like a friend. There are things we would never see out of the people we look up to if not for a great interviewer. So much respect.
He is a fraud
this comment was difficult for me to understand from English to Romanian
Being interviewed by Trevor for his first mainstream interview was probably the smartest decision because Trevor is a lot more insightful than most hosts and he’s more of a friend to Will, so there‘s a lot more understanding of Will and the situation. Also, if more people read Will’s book, they’d be less critical of him. But Trevor is the levelheaded, logical, yet empathetic voice Will and a lot of people needed to hear. One is not defined by their mistakes. And a lot of us have probably made worse mistakes. You can tell this still affects Will deeply, but this was the right platform to showcase Will that he still has people in his corner.
Well said!
Very well said and spot on! 👍
Well said!
Will isn’t the victim here- Chris Rock, remember him??
Brilliantly said... my sentiments exactly 💯
I can imagine that Trevor's thinking "don't think about the slap". Will's Smith is thinking "I hope they're not thinking about the slap". And the audience is thinking about the slap.
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I’m thinking about the 👋🏾
I'm here to talk about the slap!! To ignore the slap is criminal!!
😂😂😂😂😂😂👌dead
Why isn't he slapping Trevor already for smiling a lot??
@@mwapechitambala3565 🤣😂🤣
Trevor bless you, for not only having the tough conversation, but to stay in the emotional moment even when Will would break away from it with laughter or turn to the audience. It’s obviously uncomfortable for Will, but someone who cares will reel you back in and make sure you go through it, so that you can fully receive and grow. Loved this interview.
Drinking game: take a shot every time Will says “y’know?”
Give your kidneys a break 😅
He really wants to be a victim he need a Oscar for finding ways never telling Rock he sorry cause he's not
You know?😂
Lol, “I know”
If he says ya know one more time !!!! Lol
My 11 year old boy asked me what did that man do to upset Will Smith so much. And I told him that Will lost it. He asked me if I could ever lose it like that and I said to him not in a million years. Then my wife reminded me of a road rage incident where a car ignored the yield and cut in front of me and we nearly collided and stopped in the middle of the road. I got out of the car and went straight to the guy and grabbed him through the window in front of his kids and my family and almost slapped him. To this day I cannot remember what triggered me to act this way and I've been leaving with that shame for years now. The difference is that I do not live my life in the spotlight and there is no media to highlight those moments. This was a human experience, and I'm glad I do not have to answer to millions about it.
Really thought this was going to end in “I slapped my wife for bringing it up”
But your version of the story is nice too
Thank you for sharing that personal experience. We will all do something messed up like that at least one time in our lives, we're just lucky that it's not being televised. Most of the people persecuting Will Smith I will guess are people that have several of those moments to hide. He is a man that could easily rest on his laurels and movie checks, but he keeps doing work for his family, friends, and fans. I wish more celebrities could be as genuine, and admit that something they did was wrong publicly on a talk show.
???? Dude you sick you must be a woman beater
People know who they can get away with disrespect
Matter fact I wish you would approach my vehicle. You don't understand there are people out here you wish you never met until its too late my friend.
At this point, no one can top Trevor's interviewing skills . The way he is emotionally intelligent is just amazingly graceful. He's not offensive nor defensive and he understands all the nuances of each situation
Very true. We will miss him
Exactly !
@@rukam3 💯💯
Legit
@@rukam3 so
He’s one of the few that won an album without profanity drugs or threatening violence give that man some respect. If I had to grow up in the spotlight it would create quite the dynamic when no one is looking…
He didn’t had to grow up in spotlight, he wanted to grow up in spotlight, he put the spotlight on himself…..so he should have always acted accordingly.
Trevor gave Will a chance to be heard in a friendlier, more understanding environment, not to condone nor chastise, but just to remind us all that we all make mistakes and there is always room to understand each better.
But some mistakes shouldn’t be made
Will Smith as a person now makes me want to puke.
Not gonna cut it
@@beohyl Shut
Trevor you are going to be missed so much in this format. 80% of people conducting interviews spend the time building their brand, interrupting the guest and asking 'gotcha' questions. So few speak human to human and truly ask questions to learn answers that help us all grow. Love and respect.
So true
SA will never miss him.
He will be forgotten about in 2 days…..
You're kidding right? He is getting let go due to poor performance and lack of interest.
No he won't. After John left the show became garbage. Trevor is so unfunny it's painful.
The amount of times he said “you know” made me uncomfortable for him. He’s been the charismatic, charming ultimate entertainer for decades and he was genuinely uncomfortable and super vulnerable in this interview. He’s really going through a tough time and I hope he’s able to be happy again.
I agree ♥
Ya know
How does Chris Rock feel?
Everything is as it should be. This is his journey.
@@royjohnson366 nobody cares because he doesn't have a book or a movie to promote.
This was one of the best interviews, I've seen yet; so, very special. Trevor would make a great therapist.
Nice and genuine interview by Trevor. Love to see the support between Will and Trevor!
9:00 the moment your all here for.
Thank You😂😂😂
Trevor's emotional intelligence is top tier
agreed! Trevor is smart af
Imagine a world full of it...
A-friggin-men. And not a trace of toxic masculinity, no bitterness, judgment...I just literally can't think of anyone who is better at having deep conversations with people...and he does it on TV! It must be so surreal for people who get interviewed by him as they are out there to promote a movie or whatever, and end up feeling deep emotions and connection with this man while the world watches but it feels like there's no one in the world but the 2 of them in that moment.
Yes. He needs to do a masterclass.
Our generation needs it.
His actual intelligence is less then Forrest Gump...
I watched the ending more than twice, those motivating words, the handshake from the bottom of the heart, that real and comforting hug. This was deep. Love you Trevor. Wish quick internal healing for Will Smith, it must be hard for him.
This was a heartfelt and sincere tête-à-tête! I love the fact that Noah paid hommage to Will while reminding him that he is human. I pray that he continues to find real peace in his healing journey along with a village that supports him.
I hope Chris has that village.
Cuz will got the entire academy audience
@@JTScott1988 Let's keep Chris (the one got assaulted ) in our prayers that he'll find grace "forgiveness" in his heart for his "attacker".
@@sarahluper7881 if he doesn’t forgive it’s up to him. We can’t tell him or demand from him anything regarding his own trauma
@@JTScott1988 I can understand - sometimes it is not easy to forgive. Chris is doing rounds of comedic shows. I hope these shows will help serve as a therapy for him.
@@sarahluper7881 lol are you making will out to be a victim or that they were somehow both at fault?
Trevor's ability to keep us all grounded, sincere and 'human' is next level.
👍🏽
Its called Ubuntu. African programming, one of the many facets that slavery almost wiped off.
Ew a fan of Trevor Noah? U my friend need to start riding the sped bus to work!
Sincere? He’s promoting a film and needs folks back onboard
Yesss wonderful. I love it. thank you trevor. You get it all are human and everyone makes mistakes and we should be big enough to forgive and move on.
Only Trevor could have done this with this level of class, Grace, love, respect, and still keep it light. Trevor is a class act and Will was absurdly brave to have agreed to talk about it, while nearly exhausted from all the traveling, eyes watering, completely vulnerable, and yet remaining understanding, open, and always a life teacher. He is right. We never know what others are going through…❤️
If every late night host was this emphatic, but this kinda thing is Trevor's brand, and Colbert has his. Stewart has his own way too as well.
Facts.
He is an actor and is just acting now to try to salvage his career. If he and the people responsible for this movie has any real concern for the other actors and their work WS would not have been cast or agreed to take part.
He initially laughed at the joke CR told, it was only when he noticed the thunder face of his wife that he got all mouthy and stormed up and slapped CR. So save me from the crocodile tears of WS now.
You hit the nail on the head
These two fools
We all need a friend like Trevor
Gosh this man has so much talent and positive vibes in him, just seeing his face and i relive so many great times!
So glad he got to get interviewed by my other favourite artist The Weeknd
😂 comedy gold 👌🏿
So I took a shot every time Will said “you know” and now i’ve been hospitalised
😂
stop! 😂 oh nooo
I was triggered just now… 🍺
😂
😂
William Smith (c. 1790-1847) was an English captain who discovered the South Shetland Islands after this the traveled beyond and some one else discovered the south pole
That's: "traveled beyond and someone else discovered the South Pole, y'know" buster.
The Shetland Islands are in Antartica. He said he discovered Antartica not the south pole
@@Birdsong-Annalee 1.25 in he says South Pole
@@BajanJas I stand corrected. Apologies & thanks!
Roald Amundsen was the first person to reach the South Pole in 1911.
It's funny how we all make mistakes and everyone we know makes mistakes, but a celebrity makes even one mistake and we don't have the same understanding that they are humans who make mistakes too
That's it right there. We want all the grace but only give a little if any to others. Well stated.
We all make mistakes. But usually we don't follow them with going on a stage and giving a 10 minute speech in which we make ourselves the hero and victim - in front of millions of people. If he apologized right there and then, or left the room, public opinion would have been VERY different.
Will Smith celebrated and danced after winning the Oscars like he did nothing wrong. Frankly, if he didn't receive massive fallout for what happened, I bet he wouldn't have even apologized for it.
It’s how movies and screens portray these individuals. So by the time we realize they are humans with flaws too, it’s too late
@@David-rn4dq A flaw would be hitting a guy for saying something you don't like. Doing that, not apologize during the following hour, and instead accapting medias biggest award with a10-minute-speech about how youself are the victim and hero, that's the problem. I HATE how it's all about the slap.
I think Trevor, on his way out, made one of the biggest contributions to Smith's life.
True🙏
Totally!
Watching this interview is like watching two friends sitting in their backyard talking honestly about life. Heart warming ❤️
Precisely, Amelia!
I'm glad to see Will is okay and someone is giving him space and grace, it's very heart warming indeed.
no
@@LotuzFlowaBomb he assaulted someone
@@LotuzFlowaBomb he is not the victim
Drinking game : Take a shot every time Will says "You know".
It's a way to fill in blanks while trying to come up with what to say. To me it shows he's really searching for the words to explain what's going on and what he thinks, ya know
Like that's the essence of this tough but excellent interview.
Lots of people do that………you know.
@@shogunofsorrow787 why did you give a literal explanation of why someone uses you know as parts of speech lol
@@gmail2gmail280 in case op didn't understand why.
You can tell that Trevor was one of the few people who actually took a step back when it happened and assessed the situation FIRST, before jumping on a bullhorn and acting offended. Too many performative actors and bad comedians took the opportunity to inject themselves into something that had nothing to do with them and present horrible takes on Will as a man. That was more of a slap in the face to both parties than what actually happened.
We can see that Will is still feeling ashamed and guilty after making that infamous slap. He is wiping his tears throughout the interview. We all know that he sincerely wants to change and be a better person after this incident. Wish you all the best in your recovery Will. We have faith in you.
Speak for yourself please. Will Smith slapped the best comedian out there in front of millions of people over his jezebel wife. He's burnt. #SelectiveOutrage
The mans an actor. An actor!
@@jackocallaghan9077 😂😂😂👌🏽
A GREAT actor..one of the best
@@jackocallaghan9077 so you better than everybody so you've never made a mistake or used bad judgment and your life right you got to be white because that's how y'all sounded y'all love to pass judgment on the everybody else but don't want people to pass judgment on y'all what more do this man have to do he's apologized to Chris Rock at least three times he's tried he made a mistake get out of here with that self-righteous bulshit
I'm so happy that Will Smith did his first interview with Trevor Noah. I'm going to miss Trevor when he leaves the show because he has compassion, nuance, and intellect during discussions. He's not a 'gotcha you' type or has malicious intent. I don't know if other media people would have shown this level of care and respect for Will.
They shouldn't tho, the guy assaulted a smaller man for a joke. He went to Trevor because he knew Trevor would give him softballs compared to someone like Kimmel. This is the equivalent of Donald Trump going on fox News it's not impressive
I don't think this is the first, its actually the third interview if im not mistaken
Please change your mind don’t leave we NEED YOU after president Obama you are the one leaving too it’s very sad 😢😢❤
Completely agree.
@@shamshadkhan2793 What? 😀
He has already earned decades of respect. One act of weakness/violence doesn't define someone. If it did, WE WOULD ALL BE GUILTY.
Shut up Karen!
If WE had done what he did we would have ALL gone to jail that night LOL
But we didn't do or accomplish what he did? You can't compare it. It's a different level of employment. Not saying he is better, just saying it's a different level most can't even comprehend.
@@jilldetommaso9670 Yeah... soooo because he has reached a higher level he should be judged LESS harshly?
Seems like it should be the opposite.
@@jilldetommaso9670 So... the richer you are and the more you live in public, the more you are allowed to do without fearing conzequenzes? :D
Will Smith is very handsome. U can see as a child he was real compassionate, an gentle. Still my favorite Actor. Mr. Smith😊
Will handsome? Don't be silly...
That was so compassionate. We all fall short of the glory.
I'm always in awe of Trevor's interviewing skills which to me, is the best among his peers. And the hug that he initiated at the end was so humane. He'll certainly be missed when he leaves.
Thanks for supporting💖💖
Thanks for supporting💖
It's because he is a real person
@@WillSmith-xk6tc Please chat with Pacifica Radio Network. One of the oldest public stations in the U. S. Great topic!
cringe
That hug at the end...Trevor holding a spotlight on our humanity & connectedness once again. We are going to miss this deep, daily dose of on-air authenticity. ✨ In a way, TN brought what Mr. Rogers did to TV -- healing our wounds through the airwaves by both laughing with and talking respectfully about real issues to cast a deeper light. Bravo & thanks Daily Show 🙌
I love will thanks Trevor
Trevor is an elitist protecting the Image of will Smith trying to show him in a positive light.
I'm sorry I can't look at will that long. I heard a snippet of him blaming his parents on some show.
Emancipation was fantastic and Fighting the Alligator was unforgettable. Great movie!!!!!!!
I don’t know if anyone will ever be able to top this passionate interview that Trevor conducted. You could tell that it was really genuine.
if it was so genuine, why they did not discuss the topic of an excuse ....he said I did a mistake, but he has NO GUDS to say excuse me .... his ego is bigger than earth...which is the reason to slap someone on the night when you will finally be awarded for your efforts ....
@detre9422 You must know him personally to know that "his ego is bigger than earth", learn to give people a 2nd or more chances to redemption, none of us is perfect, that most of us made our own mistakes in obscurity and had the opportunity to correct ourselves plenty of times doesn't mean we shouldn't understand for people in the limelight, Will is human too and he did what anybody can do in their worst days, give him a chance to be human, he shouldn't be canceled for life because of a terrible moment.
@@olasupoogunnowo6851 It's really like people expect humans to not be humans. We are complex and Will made a big mistake. Everyone judging him so harshly should look at themselves and ask whether they would deserve a second chance after a mistake.
@@olasupoogunnowo6851 we need more people like u
I’m tired of excuses for violence.
I believe we all need a friend like Trevor, understanding, non judgmental and supportive. He amazingly talks to people not to just get an answer out but to try and understand them with grace and compassion, in conclusion let’s you know that it’s a safe zone, we are all human. But more amazing try’s to uplift people no matter their pasts and downfalls.
One of the best comment section
Amen! ❤️🙏
Trevor Noah interviews Donald Trump. Now, say that again!
Nah this man needs to be judged
@@JTScott1988 Seriously? I feel sorry for the women around you. They will never get protection from you. And anyone can insult them. It's sad. Very sad. What happened to the men? Where are our defenders? Men are now tolerant of each other. Say what you want, man, it's okay. We'll laugh at her together with you! Relax girl, it's just a joke. No! This is not normal! And Will Smith is not a criminal.
Will smith is a beautiful person. I’m so glad he has found the grace to forgive himself. He is large and so his mistakes will be also, but he found the grace to forgive himself and the people who always got something to say negative about him are the ones who need to sweep around their own back doors. Those who continue to crucify him and are so shocked about the slap have done way worse. Keep going Will. You were a household name before the Oscars. You will be alright.
Found the grace to forgive himself?
I guess Will has missed tje first step here
I like how Trevor framed the question to not ask about Oscar night directly, but rather the effect on him afterwards. So it was then in Will's hands whether or not to discuss the night directly. And he did because Trevor built that trust where he's not just gonna backstab with the same questions everyone else asks... Trevor was also self aware enough to change "what's funny" to "what's interesting". Trevor is definitely one of the best interviewers so I hope he keeps it up even when he's not on the show anymore.
It's not that deep. Wills manager and PR team most likely okayed the questions that were asked before the interview
Incredible interview! The grace and compassion extended to Will in this interview was dope to see. Trevor was transparent in expressing that he felt Will’s actions were messed up but still chose to uplift his brother instead of kicking him while he’s down!
💯
Or just get slapped on live tv again
@@djvapid he has been apologized to, uplifted etc...up to him to come to terms now. You can't accept the apology or recieve accolades in his place.
And did you think that entire interview was off the cuff so to speak? That interview and what was said and discussed was well thought out and planned for Will Smiths advantage, not the interviewer. I think every interview (to promote) this movie will be chosen carefully and planned before hand, and that fact is just sad...like does this person who assaulted someone on live TV and ruined everyone who received an award that night evening and achievement deserve to be pander to?? Sorry, but I wouldn't give two cents for anything Will Smith does in the future.
You knowww… 🙄🙄🙄
It's nice to see a man just be emotional in a way that's healthy and sincere
@Pierre In Yeah thankfully he's working on himself!
@Pierre In Are criminals in jail for slapping someone? hahahahaaaa you ridiculous!
@Pierre In tf u comparing a slap with beating your wife? Come off the internet plz!
Great show Trevor!!! Thank you for everything you shared with Will Smith especially on behalf of us. We love Will and Chris and hope one day they can be free from that action cause it doesn't define them at all. Tell them to keep doing what they do!!! Much love to your Trevor
“The sum of a person is how I define them as opposed to a moment.” Trevor!!!! “I don’t want that to define you. It shouldn’t define you.” I love both these guys.
Trevor is the best interviewer on television today. His genuine and humble approach will be missed greatly. Thank you, Trevor, for being you and for sharing who you are with all of us.
Yes, he's a class act. He handled the subject honestly, delicately, with compassion, and pose. I wish I had better things to say about Will Smith. I hope he can really understand what is required to apologize and seek forgiveness.
I’m with Will Smith and regardless of what you think of him Will Smith is on a personal redemption tour and the Emancipation movie and the traveling around the world shows he is going through a Spiritual Awakening.
if he really was what you say he is he would be like"BOOT....BOOT..WHY THE SLAP MON?"
Conan the best
Trevor is whack & one sided. Instead of a pro-gun like Colion Noir as a guest speaker because clearly Trevor has alot BS to say about gun laws here in America school shootings & the 2nd amendment but instead has Will Smith play the Victim again. Real progressive.
I'm really gonna miss Trevor Noah as the host of this show. He's such an incredebly talented interviewer and conversationalist man. Love how he always seems to know the right words to navigate these complex topics and ideas. I wish him the best on his next chapter!
When Kilborne left, I thought “oh, man, I’m gonna miss him…” and then Jon Stewart was soooo excellent, and he left (and did & does important work)), and then Trevor won all us over with his charisma and real-ness…. He’s gonna be alright. We will all continue to love him and support him. I bet he’s gonna put out great work 🙏
Never liked him for some reason
@@thomasjust2663 I didn't like him at first and I'm not sure if it was just because he wasn't Jon Stewart or if he just hadn't grown into the role. Maybe a combination of the two. Trevor's definitely become an amazing host, though and I like him now
All these excuses, “ you don’t know what I’m going through “ n all. The only redemption is direct televised apology to Chris rock and public acceptance from Chris rock. For anyone to really believe again
@@neilebochue433 no that’s for YOU to believe again. How do you know he didn’t attempt to try? An apology is a sincere, intimate, personal thing. It doesn’t need to be a huge event. He doesn’t have to yell it from on top of a mountain
Trevor, your presence here will be missed. Thank you for being an empathetic, analytical, down-to-earth, and honest human. It's clear that you are always working, with the best of intentions, to bridge unnecessary divides. I hope you will produce more well-thought-out, even wise, humor.
Trevor's one of the best interview. He handle the story cleverly and Sensitively. Gonna be missed behind this desk.
"YOU KNOW" that guy was nervous, defeated, trying to repair the damage. Trevor is the most skillful interviewer to have helped him repair his image.
How many times did Will Smith say that throughout the interview. It started to get a bit annoying "you know?"
Nothing can repair his image.
He hit a friend in a fit of rage on a world stage, all over the night's least offensive joke.
No. Smith is finished.
He is still a human and we all know jada is narcissistic so we should start forgive him for all that what he did bring out for all the years there’s work behind and not only see the only (big) misteake he did so will keep going and hope you learned From your mistake 🥰🥰❤
@@Huska434 No.
@@gentledysentery must be nice to be absolutely perfect to sit in a place of judgment.
Trevor has such a big heart. You can see how much he cares about people, and in this case his friend, Will Smith. We should not be defined by our biggest mistakes...we are all human.
Thanks for supporting💖💖
Wonder if Trevor phoned Chris Rock (the one who was assaulted) and check on him. Tsk tsk..
So he cares about the attacker, not the victim ?
Noah's emotional intelligence is off the charts. Incredible interviewer. I just became a fan
Umm... obviously you don't realize he no longer hosts the Daily Show. He did it for several years, and did nothing but lose viewers. He was horrible!
Nick is a cuck 😂😂😂😂
I love you Will Smith because you are human, you are a kind soul.
A picture of grace is what Trevor displayed tonight. Well done! May we all be willing to accept apologies and not judge one another on our worst days/nights but more on the overall trajectory of someone's life.
Grace is important. I'm not going to lie, I'm at the begining of the video and was going through the comments to make sure that got addressed. Trevor is one of the few people I would trust to have a conversation that probably should be held within the melinated community on this sort of stage. Really hopeful for thi interview!
Too soon Jr.
HE DON'T NEED TO APOLOGIZE TO YOU😏😏😏
This grace needs to be given to a lot of others as well.
“Grace” is the new buzz word.
My heart honestly goes out to Chris Rock and Will because, Will won't ever live this down it seems and Chris was humiliated. I am so torn only because I don't think a person should be judged for a single act, especially when it's totally out of character. Even judges and juries consider peoples records when handing down a sentence. I pray both these guys at some point one day can come together--not necessarily be friends but at least make things right.
Is not that we judge him for one act. But the fact that he never actually payed for such an act. Criminals go to jail and do the time. He did have anything other than a slap on the wrist, and instead of saying sorry he is blaming the one he slapped. Think about it.
Well said. I agree 💯
Did he really not say sorry?
@@guardianjuan I mean he has repeatedly expressed regret and it was a slap, in what world should he go to jail for that?? I’ve slapped numerous people, right or wrong and I’ve never faced repercussions close to what he has in the eyes of the public. And he’s banned from the Oscar’s so that seems fair.
@@pinksquids4594 he expressed regret to the wrong ppl. Did he ever sincerely apologize to Chris? No, it was to the audience he upset, and to the Oscar's. Trevor is just covering for him to mun ale tge situation better. A sincere apology would do wonders.
I appreciate that Will spoke about how complicated the situation was, in sooooo many ways.
Complicated? A comedian told a joke, like he was paid to do for the evening. And Will Smith put hands on him. This is dangerous in so many ways.
Lol what the heck
I might agree, but having product placement in his apology video discounts all of that.
No, it was not hard, he assaulted another black man without provocation, any other person would be in jail
@@thomasjust2663 For one slap that didn't injure him or even knock him off his feet? What he did was wrong, but I would be amazed if anyone was ever sentenced to jail time for that. Lots of ugliness and violence out there, so let's save our hate for the evil people. A year has passed, and it's time to forgive and move on.
I am happy to say that it was a powerful and moving film and Will's respect to the Character of Peter and his suffering personified the beauty of the human spirit. Will's effort and passion for the story is clearly on display in the film.
The way Trevor interrupted Smith when he noticed he didn't find the exactly words 👍
Right here 12:00 ...very cool 😎!
@@Spiffy30 Right
Yo for real man, Trevor was made for this!
I love Will🥰🥰
Wisdom and insight
This was an extremely fascinating interview! You can tell Smith is still trying to figure everything out. He's no where near as polished as he usually would be! Trevor did phenomenal job directing this conversation!!
Yeah he comes across quite real and yes this is an age of unfiltered comments and irrationality. And Trevor pointing out how some folks listed him alongside pedophiles-that’s just deranged. Minimizes there seriousness of child abuse. That is truly disturbing and explains much of why so many kids are messed up in this country if adults minds really work this way.
Very true indeed a real life man having real life experiences in the public eye. Like noses everybody has one. Opinions mean nothing to anyone who really matters!
@@fallingdownthestairsallday6008 Couple points of clarification here, and I'm truly not looking to debate on this, but number one you have no idea how old I am. Smith is maybe 5 years older than me and wasn't a child actor and two this isn't a movie he's discussing, he's balancing the fact that there were times he wasn't a protector for his loved ones and managing his public image which prior to the slap was spotless. Matter of fact this was one of his first public interviews since the incident. Trevor made him feel safe so he allowed himself to be vulnerable so yeah he still was in fact figuring out his messaging.
@@ftjordan3351do you not see a problem he’s only talking about it because he’s promoting his movie
He can't hide behind being polished because the world already knows he's flawed
I believe in NDE’s (near death experience). This is something that I will watch- it sounds hard to watch, but an important story that needed to be told. Thanks for the interview. Forgiveness is so important- It sounds like Will has learned the importance of dealing with trauma. It always find its way to the surface. Blessings everyone. ☮️
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That wasn't an interview, that was a therapy session for Will Smith.
Much needed
Trevor handled this with such grace. I love it. Truly hate he is leaving. Love Will’s transparency and humility. We have ALL made mistakes. The only difference is Will had the world watching and we did not. Love this conversation and hearing men discussing their feelings. Wishing them both the best in their future endeavors. 🫶🏾
people better not make jokes in this movie or Will will start slappin ^^
The twitching that came upon lewis blacks face when he said soy milk is exactly how I feel about ur comment. Wills transparency and humility? You don't ever ever slap a man like thaaaaaatttttttttttt!!!!! Aaagggghhhhh
You're right all of us are doing things but we aren't being watched by the world.
yes very awesome 👌
I don't think anyone can take interviews like Trevor. He's unique in his own way.
Because he’s so authentic, and courageous enough to be vulnerable and human which is to have humility.. I couldn’t agree with you more. 💜🙏
He would be great with a podcast. But thats a step down.
I was having chills throughout the discussion and not from NOT trusting him BUT how he made Will to feel .
Thats the literal meaning of "Unique" my friend, it means something unlike anything else.
Does Islam allow TV and music and dance?
That's the first time ever I had the feeling this was the very real Will Smith. Enjoyed this a lot. A nice man with mistakes like everybody else.
"The sum of a person is how I define them as opposed to a moment"-Trevor..This was not an interview, it's more of a human empathetic moment. A lot of us needed this closure from Will and glad Trevor made it happen. I hope I see Will and Chris at the same table soon.
Unforgiveable act Will did. Just WHO gets to that level and does that on TV? An arrogant megalomaniac such as Will who even here is acting. Terrible person.
@John Doe I'd like to disagree. I personally think that level of emotional outburst could happen to anybody at any level of life. Fighter pilot, politician, esteemed lawyer, grocery store clerk, truck driver. We are all people, humans, have emotions run high sometimes.
Do I think will should have slapped Chris rock? No, and I was shocked just like everyone else. I think its forgivable but that's really a decision for Chris Rock, not the public to decide here.
Yeah
Beautifully said. Thank you. Yes, empathy is the bridge for understanding, and forgiveness. Mahalo.
You know.
The level of grace and tact with which Trevor handled this, and every other interview he's done, is really admirable. Both he and Stephen Colbert should host a clinic, especially for the other late night hosts, on how to properly conduct an interview.
Trevor is really one of the best interviewers out there.
Total agreement. Stephen and Trevor are my dudes!
More like Conan and Trevor
@@christophersteele5709 I was referring more to the current crop of hosts. Conan was great, especially if it was a funny interview. And in that case, Craig Ferguson was one of the funniest (in my opinion). But I think Trevor and Stephen are still in their own league when it comes to more serious interviews.
Yes! They are the best!
They way Will switched Oscar topic is so artistic Man 😂😂,shout out to the fresh prince 🔥
I really loved this interview, especially after just reading his memoir. I've always been a fan of Will's for a long time. ❤️🙏🏿
Trevor had so much class in this interview. You never know what someone else is going through. We should be nice, watch what we say to and leave people alone. You never know how someone will react! The tongue is power. Never put people on a pedestal. Will is a human being. Be real, we all have less than stellar moments in our lives.
Exactly
Everyone deserves a second chance. Will Smith made an error . He deserves to be forgiven. There are many actors who have been forgiven, and have not lost their careers. How many of us would be where we are today, if we weren't given a second chance
He apologized!!
Well said. And yes, Trevor does carry himself with so much class and respect for others. He will be missed on the Daily Show.
I could puke.
Will needs to get rid of Jada, kids are grown.
I’ve heard Will say “you know” A LOT of times in interviews, but based on this interview you can tell he was nervous. I think he’s dealt with the issue personally at home. But I don’t think he’s found the right words to deliver to the public because sometimes you can say the right thing in public, but people will still try to twist your words. Just like how he said he didn’t want to say too much to “create misunderstanding”. He knows all he can really say is that he’s sorry and that he’s lost it. Because if he said anymore, people would try to read between lines that aren’t there and be even more critical. People expect perfect when they aren’t perfect themselves. Will just needs love and support right now.
yer -- he was terrified ....
no he needs anger management classes for 20 years
@@shaystern2453 imagine thinking someone needs anger management for that long after just slapping someone.
This is a very compassionate response.
You right, he is very articulate but this time he found words hard to come by.
With the Obvious Support of this Interviewer Trevor, Great Energy and Understanding on his part , but no one mentions how Inspiring , yet Very Courageous , One Who is on the Big Screen in front of the Whole world Watching You, No one Is Perfect , Yet he Manages to not only Pull Through but Reveals His True Character .
Will Smith, You Are one of The Greats Of Our Time . Thank you Will and Trevor .
Great lesson! Both "faith vs revelation and the POWER of love"-- all three can start your life over, yet love conquerors ALL. You're "Will Smith" love and respect. We all make mistakes 🤗
Thank you Trevor for masterfully welcoming Will Smith back into public life. I appreciate your grace and honesty.
This is lame and irresponsible. It's OK to hit someone because Trevor Noah interviewed you???
facts
@Patrick Meister Shut up, how long you gonna hold a grudge for? Like you're squeaky clean
@@Bhebe40 i wonder what he'd want will smith to do to redeem himself
@@jeremiahbaker6396 not redeemable
Trevor is so insightful, empathetic. He's so loveable.
oh yeah? why didn't he stand up for Roald Amundsen?
No way. Men are a disappointment. Why are we celebrating them again?
@Something Something Dark Side what is my cause? do you know who Roald Amundsen is?
True that
So well said..lol
I watched the movie best acting from Will Smith he definitely was worth another Oscar for Best Actor. But he still can get a BET or NAACP award for Best Actor.. we was great and his acting continue to get better and better.
I agree. His acting was superb.
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I want all interviews to be like this. Thank you Mr. Smith, thank you Mr. Noah. This is a very high level of culture, upbringing, self-education, humanity, love in both of you. Fresh air. I can breathe again. One of the best interviews I've ever seen. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Empathy is a superpower. Objectivity is a superpower. This is the kind of conversation that really has the power to heal the world. Thank you Trevor.
One of the best comment section.
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What do you mean? Will Smith didn't say anything
Absolutely. People fk up. Everybody, me, you, Will Smith, everybody. Understanding, forgiveness and second chances seem to be in short supply these days.
Dude... Massive, massive respect to Trevor for speaking his mind about the Oscars incident to Will's face. Saying "it was F**ked up what you did", but putting it in a context of "learning from a mistake". I'll miss Trevor a lot as a host and speaker.
@@avarmauk who said an assault can't be a mistake.
Everyone makes mistakes but some mistakes you cant take back and some mistakes can cost lives. He is an international icon and role model to a lot of people and what he did should have consequences and rippling effects. Like trevor said you reacted in the wrong way at the wrong time. He picked someone he thought he could bully, and the smug way he walked off stage like he just won the oscar right then and there did not help.
@@avarmauk You obviously never been assaulted
@@avarmauk what he did was wrong ,he acknowledged his wrongs...and why can't he be given a 2nd chance
@@avarmauk u talk hate in you
Trevor was just at a hand distance from Will fearing all along if this might be his turn if he utters a joke that may offend Will 🤣😂
I’m one of the biggest Will Smith fans. People have their moments and I’m still looking forward to all he has to offer this world. Anyway, Trevor seems like the coolest, smartest person
Will was so nervous and a bit uncomfortable. But again, this is his first interview back, and everyone will be watching.
Hopefully we can all forgive and love, as we all have made mistakes.
people in these comments talking about forgiving will as if he did something to y'all personally... please remember Y'all don't know this man and he owes y'all nothing he doesn't need your forgiveness because he did nothing to you
Hmm... I must have missed it, because I didn't see the nerves 😕 But I did see a person being very careful to weigh his thoughts and measure his words!
THANK you. I thought I was crazy for a second. Yeah he's super jittery and his voice constantly trembles. Man.. Even an actor huh? 🤕
@@xavierjackson6779 Will violated the faith and trust that a LOT of people once had in him. Without public redemption and forgiveness, Will's career is over. Society does not owe Will that forgiveness or the social privileges his fame once granted him. You may not understand the monumental challenge before him, but he does.
Not his first interview and ,no, not everyone will be watching.
The way my eyes have welled up!!! The pressure of knowing that one's own [poor] decision could bring down giants in their fields.... That's tough. He's one of my faves. I hope he knows how much he is loved and that it's okay for there to be a chunk people on the planet who now dislike him. I hope he stays the course to full healing.
To be clear - by "poor decisions" you mean "criminal assault", right?
@@ross-carlson To be clear "criminal assault" can be as little as threatening violence. "Criminal assault and battery" is when the punch lands. Which of course, is way worse, and should land you in front of a judge whether the victim presses charges or not since ya know, it was witnessed by a few million law enforcement officers.
Trevor giving interview/therapy is so beautiful. I had airport eyes too by half the video.
So glad Trevor did this interview and asked the questions he asked. No one is perfect and everyone makes mistakes and anyone can have a moment of poor decision that they later regret. People who are so ready to tear Will down for being human should take a look in the mirror. To err is human. Like Will said no one knows what another person has gone through or is going through.
It would be great if Trevor would make an interview show later. He is so could at talking with people !
Right
His shows always interview people...
He should interview Jada and talk about her alopecia
These comments are fake
I'm pretty sure the reason Trevor has left the show 😭 is either he is planning on becoming a south african politician or his own talk show ❤️🇮🇱✊🏿🏳️🌈🧡
Trevor handled it like a pro. Without making Will feel uncomfortable and yet still having a conversation on an uncomfortable topic for him.
See my comment hope it helps you be object and an independent thinker. If not then I hope you have a great life being you.
It's supposed to be uncomfortable and embarrassing. That's how you realize the error of your ways.
Trevor presented a climate of trust that made it easier for Will to be transparent, vulnerable and honest.
Yeah, poor Will Smith.
Don’t fully agree. Wish Trevor mentioned Chris Rock’s wonderful attitude in the show and both should have shown the respect to Rock during the discussion. Actually WSmith should have mentioned and spoken high about rock’s nice behavior for not countering that night.
I have never seen Will Smith laugh naturally. He laughs a lot, but you can tell it is not heartfelt laughter, but more for the cameras. It is like he is trying to be something that's not really how he feels. That slap was real and how he felt. That doesn't make it right, but it was a true emotion. We all have dark and light sides, that is what makes us whole. Will has be so caught up in acting the part that he has forgotten to utilize his darker sides. Dark sides are not bad, in the extremes for example when they come in form of violence, they are yes. But they are there for a reason, because they have a purpose. So show them like you show your lighter sides too and you will feel more whole as a human being.
Trevor did such a sensitive and admirable job in conducting this interview. That's his genius in action. I'm glad Wil had this space to tell more of his story. I just wish that he would stop saying "..you know".
appreciate his ability to see that the situation was messed up and finally admit that he was going thru something. we been knew this. wish him well, still one of my fav actors and rappers
That checkbook has been taking hits
The best !
As someone with severe CPTSD, I really appreciate having Will Smith as someone to look up to. Someone who makes mistakes and might hulk out when triggered like the rest of us, but still gets back up, apologizes, and keeps trying to be a better person. And who does this all while trying to heal the unbearable sorrows that still plague our hearts and few others will ever understand.
@@hueyandmo He didn't apologize sincerely. In fact in his Oscar speech he still blamed Chris. He only apologized the next day after he realised the public outrage would hurt his career.
So cool how “Oprah” has turned into a verb 😂😂 “how are you gonna Oprah me”
what is the meaning of it ?
how can I help you.. how can I Oprah you
Ironically the one perfect being never judged others for being imperfect.
Human: Live, learn, grow!
Exactly
Will Smith did so great on this project
He did amazing infact
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My birthday is June 19. Today, my husband and I watched Emancipation. In 2019, I published my first of eleven books, Faith Changes the Outcome. I am proud of each in a different way. I appreciate each moment and grateful for my work and others' contributions to make this world better for all. Blessings and dreams come true for everyone here 🙏🖤🤎🤍🙏
Man, these last couple of interviews have presented an opportunity to see Trevor in a different light. He is REALLY great at interviewing and blancing humor with tough topics. Kudos to him and salute to Will Smith! I think Will has done and is continuing to do the work as a human. AND big love to Chris Rock! Excited to see his upcoming Netflix special.
Yeah man. Trevor really should reconsider leaving the show. No one interviews like him. I could see him mediating dialogue between Will and Chris.
He's still a leftist tool. Genuinely intelligent guy, yes. But too agreeable to stand up for himself against leftist. Put succinctly, he's got no spine.
@@djiboutidjango3196 so the comments here have nothing to do with his political affiliation. He’s not running for President. He’s interviewing someone.
“I’m friends with Chris too!” - Trevor . Awkward moment when he is trying to play middle guy but Will doesn’t want to address Chris by name..
I am beginning to think that Will knows if he even so much as says Chris's name too much the lawsuit will be filed.
You know.
Even trevor doesn't wanna talk about chris lol 😂 😆
It’s disturbing. He didn’t punch the air. He punched another human being and little mention of the hurt he caused him.
@@K.J.W. The way Trevor is tiptoeing around Will you'd think he punched himself as opposed to another dude.
It's obvious that Will is still struggling in the aftermath of the slap. But I am happy to see him working and interviewing again. I'm praying that he's able to find the clarity that he needs to pull him through, and I pray for Chris as well, because he's still the victim in all of this. However, Will seems to be dealing with it pretty hard and I pray that he has the mental strength to see his way through to the other side. We're still here for you Will. We're still your fans and we want to see you win many more Oscars.
How is this obvious?
What slap?
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I had a temper, like my mother. She said it was an Irish temper. I bring this up because I hated having a temper like that and I worked hard to overcome it. I got so I was aware when I was bubbling up to the point of yelling and I got to the point of being able to catch what I was thinking just before the yell and think something else instead. So if one of my children spit a glass of milk at dinner, I would change the thoughts of wasted milk to, oh looking at my child's face - poor Sweetheart.
Then came my biggest test, I have a child with a learning disability, this Sweetheart had a mind of her own. A bus came to our house to pick her up every school day. They would wait for a sertain amount of time, then drive away with or without out the child. And every day she would tie her shoes very slowly in front of the door of our house before she went outside to get on the bus.
She was learning to be self-reliant. And had missed the bus more than once. I did what I could but one day I got distracted and didn't realize how emotionally close to the yelling point I was. Talk about emotions bubbling up it happened so quickly and I literally held onto the open door to our house and jumped up and down and yelled Kris get on the bus. She finished tying her shoe and thank Heaven the bus waited. The next day my son helped her and I went for a walk around the block.
That took a long time and a lot of work. My father was Swiss and never Yelled.
Today I really believe I have over come my temper. Mom and I had our moments but I didn't want to yell at my children.
This was a beautiful interview. I am a big Will Smith fan and he must set himself free coz everyone makes a mistake. He needs to set himself free and be happy
He needs to come out of the closet
@@bid84 for what, stop reaching
Honestly dissapointing, his response was some basic cookie cutter nonsense, apology equivalent of "live love laugh" kitchen ornament. No apology to Chris and no regret felt from it.
@@angelmbasa9835 And
You can’t talk about his wife. He will slap you.