Academy Awards 2022: Photos Of Moments With Will Smith, Beyonce, Lady Gaga & More

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August 20, 2022 3:14PM EDT

Will Smith has finally addressed his slapping scandal from the 2022 Oscars here. Remember that moment, and so many more, in our gallery of the 2022 Academy Awards.

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94th Academy Awards: Best Show Moments

94th Academy Awards: Best Show Moments — Looking back the 2022 Oscars were quite the spectacle. There were big wins and great songs, in addition to one of Hollywood’s most infamous unscripted moments.

Will Smith shook the world when he got on stage to slap presenter Chris Rock during the March 27, 2022 ceremony at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood. The assault was over a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith. Later, Will would win the Best Actor Oscar.

Things weren’t all drama on stage. Wanda Sykes, Amy Schumer, and Regina King hosted the show, and presenters included Lady Gaga, Jennifer Garner and Tiffany Haddish. Beyonce opened the show with an amazing performance (seen in this photo). In addition, the awards also featured a tribute to 60 years of the James Bond movie franchise, celebration of The Godfather for its 50th anniversary, and the first live performance of Encanto’s ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno.’

It truly was an unforgettable show. Relive the 2022 Academy Awards with these photos and tell us your favorite moment in the comments.

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Will Smith Smacks Chris Rock

Will Smith Smacks Chris Rock — Chris Rock and Will Smith had a heated exchange on stage during the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. After Chris made a joke about Will’s wife, Jada Pinkett, having a bald head, Will got angry and slapped Chris.

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‘CODA’ Wins Best Picture

‘CODA’ Wins Best Picture — ‘CODA’ won the Best Picture Oscar! Philippe Rousselet, Fabrice Gianfermi and Patrick Wachsberger, as well as producers went on stage to accept the award at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022.

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Will Smith Wins Best Actor

Will Smith Wins Best Actor — After smacking Chris Rock on stage, Will Smith won the Oscar for Best Actor for his role in ‘King Richard’. He cried during his speech at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022.

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Bradley Coopers Comforts Will Smith

Bradley Coopers Comforts Will Smith — After Will Smith smacked Chris Rock on stage, Bradley Cooper comforted the actor at the 94th Annual Academy Awards. Will seemed in better spirits after their chat.

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Lady Gaga & Liza Minnelli At Oscars

Lady Gaga & Liza Minnelli At Oscars — Lady Gaga and Liza Minnelli presented the award for Best Picture at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. ‘CODA’ ended up winning, and Liza had fun with Gaga on stage.

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Jessica Chastain Wins Best Actress

Jessica Chastain Wins Best Actress — Jessica Chastain took home the Oscar for Best Actress for her role in ‘The Eyes of Tammy Faye’. She gave an amazing speech during the 94th Annual Academy Awards.

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Bradley Cooper & Zendaya

Bradley Cooper & Zendaya — Bradley Cooper and Zendaya had a nice chat during the Oscars ceremony. Bradley kneeled next to Zendaya, who was sitting in one of the chairs in the audience.

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Will Smith & Jada Pinkett-Smith Get Hugs

Will Smith & Jada Pinkett-Smith Get Hugs — Jada Pinkett Smith got a hug from Queen Latifa, while Will Smith hugged a mystery man at the 94th Annual Academy Awards. This, of course, happened after Will smacked Chris Rock on stage.

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Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell Win Oscars

Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell Win Oscars — Billie Eilish and brother Finneas O’Connell won the Oscar for Best Original Song for ‘No Time To Die’ from ‘No Time To Die’. Here they are, accepting their awards at the 94th Annual Academy Awards.

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In Memoriam

In Memoriam — The ‘In Memoriam’ segment of the 94th Annual Academy Awards featured tributes to stars like Betty White.

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Al Pacino, Francis Ford Coppola and Robert De Niro

Al Pacino, Francis Ford Coppola and Robert De Niro — Al Pacino, Francis Ford Coppola and Robert De Niro took the stage at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022.

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Finneas and Billie Eilish Perform

Finneas and Billie Eilish Perform — Finneas and Billie Eilish performed ‘No Time To Die’ at the 94th Annual Academy Awards. After performing, they won the Oscar for Best Music (Original Song).

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Wanda Sykes Dresses Up As Will Smith In ‘King Richard’

Wanda Sykes Dresses Up As Will Smith In ‘King Richard’ — Wanda Sykes dressed up as Will Smith in ‘King Richard’ at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. She wore short shorts and rolled out a cart full of tennis balls, just like in the movie.

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‘Juno’ Reunion At Oscars

‘Juno’ Reunion At Oscars — Jennifer Garner, Elliot Page and J.K. Simmons took the stage at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. They were celebrating a ‘Juno’ reunion.

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Megan Thee Stallion Crashes ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno’ Performance

Megan Thee Stallion Crashes ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno’ Performance — Megan Thee Stallion crashed the performance of ‘We Don’t Talk About Bruno’ at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. She wore a gorgeous yellow dress.

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Reba McEntire Performs

Reba McEntire Performs — Reba McEntire performed at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. She wore a black gown and captivated the audience.

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‘Encanto’ Wins Oscars For Animated Feature Film

‘Encanto’ Wins Oscars For Animated Feature Film — ‘Encanto’ won the Oscar for Animated Feature Film at the 94th Annual Academy Awards. Jared Bush, Byron Howard, Yvett Merino and Clark Spencer took the stage as Lily James, Halle Bailey and Naomi Scott waited behind them.

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Disney Princesses At Oscars

Disney Princesses At Oscars — Disney princesses Lily James (Cinderella), Halle Bailey (Ariel) and Naomi Scott (Princess Jasmine) united for the first time ever at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. Don’t they look gorgeous?

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Sebastian Yatra Performs

Sebastian Yatra Performs — Sebastian Yatra performed at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. His emotional performance had everyone’s attention.

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Regina Hall Rubs Down Josh Brolin

Regina Hall Rubs Down Josh Brolin — Regina Hall ran her hands all over Josh Brolin and Jason Momoa after joking about them needing new COVID tests. Truly, she just wanted to touch them and feel their muscles.

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Regina King Flirts With Sexy Actors

Regina King Flirts With Sexy Actors — Regina Hall flirted with Simu Liu, Bradley Cooper, Tyler Perry and Timothee Chalamet at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. She pretended they needed COVID tests, but truly, she just wanted to stick her tongue down their throats. It was a joke, obviously, but we also don’t blame her for it. Simu was chic in a red suit and OMEGA De Ville Trésor in 18K white gold, presented on a black leather strap.

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‘White Men Can’t Jump’ Reunion

‘White Men Can’t Jump’ Reunion — Wesley Snipes, Rosie Perez and Woody Harrelson reunited at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. They celebrated the 30th anniversary of their movie, ‘White Men Can’t Jump’.

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Daniel Kaluuya and H.E.R.

Daniel Kaluuya and H.E.R. — Daniel Kaluuya and H.E.R. presented the first awards at the 94th Annual Academy Awards on March 27, 2022. Daniel won Best Actor in 2021, so he returned to the show to present the first awards for Best Supporting Actress.

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Beyonce Opens The Show

Beyonce Opens The Show — Beyonce performed at the 94th Annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles on March 27, 2022. What a moment!

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