Oscars producer responds to Will Smith’s apology to Chris Rock

Oscars producer responds to Will Smith's apology to Chris Rock: 'I'm pulling for him' Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at 2022 Oscars

Entertainment Tonight reports that Packer stated, "I love how he's being transparent about his process."

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"Clearly, he is going through his personal rehabilitation."

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Packer, 48, said that he is "pulling" for "Fresh Prince Bel-Air" alum.

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He said, "I think he's got thirty years in this business of being somebody who is the exact opposite of what he was in those three seconds,"

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According to the outlet, Smith was also sent well wishes by the Oscars producer and continued to praise Smith.

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Smith posted an apology video to Rock last month after striking Rock on stage in front millions of viewers around the world.

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Smith said he spoke to Rock, 57 to discuss the incident, but that Rock isn't available to meet with him.

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Later, he added that he was not a victim. Yes, it hurts, motherf--ker. I was able to shake that off and got back to work the next morning.

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