Oscars host Billy Crystal calls Will Smith's attack on Chris Rock 'a crime'

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Billy Crystal has weighed in on Will Smith hitting Chris Rock at the Academy Awards, calling the incident "a crime". MORE: Oscars host Amy Schumer reveals why Chris Rock didn’t leave stage after Will Smith slapSpeaking on Who's Talking to Chris Wallace, he explained: "Uh-oh.

Uh-oh… it was a horrible thing and it's a crime –– the fortunate thing is it wasn't a closed fist. 'Cause then you might have had a Kermit Washington situation… It was an assault.

I've had experiences. I hosted the Grammys three times and I've been thrown things. "See the trailer for the sixth and final season of LuciferTess Daly looks flawless as she tackles intense workoutSkys new supernatural thriller, The RisingKaty Perry delights fans by extending Las Vegas residency by 16 showsHolly Willoughby stuns in ski gear as she shares glimpse at Freeze the Fear with Wim HoffThe Queen shares moving video tribute to Prince Philip on first death anniversaryMeghan Markle looks radiant in sweet videoWill Smith assaults Chris Rock at 2022 OscarsSavannah Guthries son sends adorable message to his sisterCarrie Underwoods love storyRob Lowe shared clip of workoutFaith Hill And Tim Mcgraws Love StoryFreeze the Fear on BBC starring Holly WilloughbyAmanda Owen and her children return for new series of Our Yorkshire FarmLife After Life Trailer - BbcInside Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe’s real-life friendshipWATCH: Will Smith assaults Chris Rock at 2022 OscarsHe continued: "I thought Chris handled himself as well as he could and to keep it together.

It was a shocking moment that I was concerned very much for the mental state of Will. I was very worried and concerned and shocked by the aftermath of that too.