Will Smith 'unlocked' childhood pain to make him a better actor

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Gallery: 'She's basically rubbing herself all over me and, um, it got a bit hard. ' These actors reveal the HARDEST sex scenes they ever filmed! (BANG Showbiz)He added: "My experiences and my life, and the writing of this book have unlocked a part of me, as an actor, that is like nothing I’ve ever experienced. "Life is so exciting to me right now because I can reach people differently than I’ve ever been able to reach people, largely because of my pain. "I’m really ready to dive into my art in a way that I think will be, hopefully, fulfilling for me and helpful for the human family. " The interview was recorded prior to the 2022 Academy Awards in February when Will stormed onstage and slapped host Chris Rock after the comedian made a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith.

Will went on to win the Best Actor Oscar for his performance in 'King Richard', but later resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts Sciences and was handed a 10-year ban.

He also offered a public apology to Chris, saying: "Will said: "My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable. "The list of those I have hurt is long and includes Chris, his family, many of my dear friends and loved ones, all those in attendance, and global audiences at home. "I betrayed the trust of the Academy.