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Wanda Sykes Says She 'Caught a Lot of Flack' for Saying Will Smith Slap Made Her ‘Physically Ill’
The comedian said she was sickened at the sight of Rock being slapped by Will Smith at the 2022 Oscars.
Ariana Grande Wears 'ICE Out' Pin at 2026 Golden Globes
The singer's message comes after the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis.
Wanda Sykes Hilariously Roasted an Unimpressed Bill Maher at Golden Globes
At the Golden Globes, Wanda Sykes joked that she would "love a little less" Bill Maher.
Wanda Sykes Says Will Smith Called Her to Apologize for Chris Rock Oscars Slap
The comedian reflected on hosting the 2022 Oscars and revealed the unexpected call she got from Will Smith after the onstage altercation.
Wanda Sykes Says Kenan Thompson Is 'Gonna Be in a Lot Of Wigs' Following Ego Nwodim's 'SNL' Exit
Nwodim was the only Black woman in the 'Saturday Night Live' cast.
Kevin Hart Recalls Wanda Sykes Advising Him After Homophobic Jokes Resurfaced: ‘I Couldn’t Ignore That’
The 44-year-old continues to reflect on how the controversy affected his life and what he learned in its aftermath.
Wanda Sykes Says Dave Chappelle's Comments on Trans People Were 'So Hurtful'
Wanda Sykes said that Dave Chappelle's transgender material in 'The Closer' was "so hurtful," even though she still "loves the guy."
Wanda Sykes Is 'Still Traumatized' by Will Smith's Oscars Slap: 'I Hope He Gets His Sh*t Together'
During a recent stop on her comedy tour in Orlando, Florida, Wanda Sykes admitted that she's still "traumatized" over Will Smith's Oscars slap.
Wanda Sykes Calls Will Smith Slap ‘Sickening,' Says Chris Rock Apologized Because Was ’Supposed to Be Your Night'
Wanda Sykes has opened up about her experience on Oscar night, telling Ellen DeGeneres that the slap incident left her feeling "physically ill."
Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes, and Amy Schumer Are Hosting the Oscars
After multiple shows with no hosts, Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes, and Amy Schumer have been tapped to host the Academy Awards in Los Angeles next month.
Dave Chappelle Set to Perform at Netflix 2022 Comedy Festival f/ Chris Rock, Pete Davidson, Seth Rogen, and More
Despite the controversy surrounding his latest special 'The Closer,' Netflix has announced Chappelle will play its comedy festival alongside some superstars.
Ludacris Addresses Rumors of 'Fast & Furious' and 'Jurassic World' Crossover Movie
Luda reveals whether or not he's down for the meme-inspiring hypothetical mashup, which has been the subject of jokes and rumors for months now.
Michelle Obama, Billie Eilish, DJ Khaled, and More Share Open Letter in Support of For the People Act
Michelle Obama and other When We All Vote co-chairs and supporters joined up on Tuesday to urge Americans to get involved with supporting the legislation.
Wanda Sykes Claps Back at Scott Baio for Questioning Her Support of Joe Biden
Scott Baio called out Wanda Sykes for continuing to support Joe Biden after the presidential candidate made a problematic comment about black voters.
LeBron, Viola Davis, 2 Chainz, and More Speak Out Over Ahmaud Arbery Shooting Death
Two Georgia men gunned down Arbery this year as he was going for his regular jog. Authorities have yet to make an arrest.
Wanda Sykes Talks White People Comparing Tans in This Exclusive Clip From Her 'Not Normal' Netflix Special
Wanda Sykes talks white people comparing their tans to black skin in this exclusive clip from her Netflix stand-up special 'Not Normal.'