Jimmy Kimmel recently retaliated against the Oscars slap moment from last year.
The host began by addressing the need for ‘safety’ and ‘security’ at the event, and slipped in a subtle jibe at Smith in the process.
“We know this is a special night for you. We want you to have fun. We want you to feel safe … and, most importantly, we want me to feel safe,” he said.
“So, we have strict policies: If anyone in this theater commits an act of violence at any point in this show, you will be awarded the Oscar for Best Actor and be allowed to give a 19-minute long speech.”
He also went on to discuss the decision not to reprimand Smith for his actions and said, “If anything unpredictable or violent happens at this ceremony, do what you did last year — nothing.”
“Sit there and do absolutely nothing. Maybe even give the killer a hug,” he added.
“And if any of you get mad at a joke and you decide to come here and jiggy with it, it won’t be easy. There are some of my friends you need to get ahead of.”
