Three years after the shocking moment Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars, the Bad Boys actor made his grand return to a major awards show stage at the 2025 Grammys.

Will Smith made his first return to a major televised awards show Sunday evening, appearing at the Grammys to open a tribute to the late Quincy Jones. Smith opened the segment by introducing Herbie Hancock on piano and later introduced “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo,

Will Smith made his first major awards show appearance following the infamous Oscars slap at the 2025 Grammys, and suffice it to say the response was mixed.

Will Smith made a major return to a televised awards show on Sunday evening at the 2025 Grammy Awards, where he opened a special tribute to the legendary Quincy Jones, according to Variety. The actor and rapper began his segment by introducing famous musician Herbie Hancock on piano.

Will Smith made his return to an awards show hosting at the 2025 Grammy Awards, following his BET performance, as he took to the stage to honor the late Quincy Jones - but fans were not impressed