Will Smith made his big return to the red carpet on Wednesday night for the LA premiere of his new movie Emancipation, eight months after he infamously slapped Oscars host Chris Rock.
The 54-year-old’s famous family – including his wife Jada Pinkett Smith and children Trey, Willow and Jaden – rallied around him for support at the screening.
The Hollywood star has embarked on a ‘apology tour’ in recent weeks while promoting his new film as he attempts to get his $350 million career back on track.
Back on the red carpet: Will Smith was joined by his children Trey, Willow, Jaden and wife Jada Pinkett Smith at the LA premiere of his new movie Emancipation on Wednesday
Style: Smith, who had a 10 year ban placed on him by the Academy following the televised incident, cut a stylish figure as he posed for shutterbugs. Notably, Smith embarked on a fitness journey last year, where he was determined to shed his ‘dad bod’ and get into the ‘best shape’ of his life
Smith, who had a 10 year ban placed on him by the Academy following the televised incident, cut a stylish figure as he posed for shutterbugs.
Notably, Smith embarked on a fitness journey last year, where he was determined to shed his ‘dad bod’ and get into the ‘best shape’ of his life.
And the fruits of the actor’s labor were on full display as he looked noticeably svelte in his premiere look.
The Fresh Prince Of Bel Air alum rocked a fitted three-piece maroon suit worn with a pale pink button-up shirt.
Loved-up: Smith and his wife Jada looked loved-up as he placed a kiss on her head
Svelte: And the fruits of the actor’s labor were on full display as he looked noticeably svelte in his premiere look
Jada beamed while receiving affection from her longtime spouse
He was supported by his children (L-R) Trey, Willow and Jaden
Beaming: He looked in high spirits and appeared to be loving his red carpet return
Smith shares Trey with his ex-wife Sheree Zampino, while he welcomed Jaden and Willow with current wife Jada
Smith was expertly groomed and he paraded around in brown leather dress shoes.
He looked in high spirits and appeared to be loving his red carpet return.
His biggest supporter, wife Jada, stunned onlookers in a gorgeous white high-low gown that showcased her toned legs.
It had a dramatic ruffled train that trailed behind her as she strolled the premiere’s step-and-repeat photo op.
The Red Table Talk host’s dress had rhinestone details and a chic turtleneck.
Family strong: The group of five kept close during their time in front of the cameras
Jada locked arms with Smith while they posed for several snaps as a couple
Glam: The Red Table Talk host stunned onlookers in a glamorous, high-low gown with a dramatic ruffled train
Better together: Though she took a number of solo snaps, Jada looked most in her element beside her husband of 25 years
Drama: It had a dramatic ruffled train that trailed behind her as she strolled the premiere’s step-and-repeat photo op
Glitz: The Red Table Talk host’s dress had rhinestone details and a chic turtleneck
The couple offered friendly waves in the direction of adoring fans
She slipped her feet into strappy silver heels that gave her petite 4foot11inch frame.
Jada was decked out in silver jewelry, including countless bangles sparkly statement rings and stud earrings.
The Nutty Professor actress had an ethereal glow to her flawless complexion, which was amped up with contouring powder and a generous dusting of peach blusher.
She had silver eyeshadow swiped across her lids and faux lashes were used to create a doe-eyed appearance.
Sparkle: Jada was decked out in silver jewelry, including countless bangles sparkly statement rings and stud earrings
A little boost: She slipped her feet into strappy silver heels that gave her petite 4foot11inch frame
Ethereal: The Nutty Professor actress had an ethereal glow to her flawless complexion, which was amped up with contouring powder and a generous dusting of peach blusher
Trey, Willow and Jaden proved that swagger runs in the family as they owned the carpet in their signature styles
Arrival: Jada was captured arriving to the Regency Village Theatre where the premiere was held
The Girls Trip star painted her pout with a glossy nude lipstick.
Though she took a number of solo snaps, Jada looked most in her element beside her husband of 25 years.
They kept their arms locked, with Smith taking the opportunity to plant several kisses on his wife’s head.
The PDA made Jada blush and she couldn’t help but flash a beaming smile.
Jada cozied up to the pair’s 22-year-old daughter Willow, who looked effortlessly cool in a punk-inspired getup.
Swipe of silver: She had silver eyeshadow swiped across her lids and faux lashes were used to create a doe-eyed appearance
Cool factor: Jada cozied up to the pair’s 22-year-old daughter Willow, who looked effortlessly cool in a punk-inspired getup
Edgy: The musician’s wavy raven hair hugged her jawline. A large chunk of hair obscured one of Willow’s hazel eyes
Willow flashed her taut midriff by wearing a black vest styled with low-rise trousers with jeweled butterfly cut-outs on the hips
Finishing touches: To complete her ensemble, Willow threw on some black patent leather platforms and a myriad of silver rings
Abstract: Meanwhile, Willow’s older brother Jaden, 24, modeled a black and white abstract suit featuring vintage imagery of a movie theater. The Karate Kid star layered a class white button-up and black tie beneath his oversized jacket
Sweet: Willow Jaden’s older half-brother Trey, who Smith shares with ex-wife Sheree Zampino, color coordinate with his famous father by rocking a maroon toned coat over a bubblegum pink T-shirt
Sporty flair: Instead of brown leather dress shoes, Trey opted for brown sneakers with bright white soles
The musician’s wavy raven hair hugged her jawline. A large chunk of hair obscured one of Willow’s hazel eyes.
She flashed her taut midriff by wearing a black vest styled with low-rise trousers with jeweled butterfly cut-outs on the hips.
To complete her ensemble, Willow threw on some black patent leather platforms and a myriad of silver rings.
Meanwhile, Willow’s older brother Jaden, 24, modeled a black and white abstract suit featuring vintage imagery of a movie theater.
Jada seen with her ageless mother, Adrienne Banfield-Norris
Generations: Adrienne Banfield-Norris and daughter Jada pictured
Sheer perfection: Adrienne cut a chic figure as she hit the red carpet in a flowing black dress with sheer sleeves and décolletage
Co-stars: Smith reunited with his Emancipation co-stars, including Charmaine Bingwa
Jovial: Charmaine and Smith greeted one another on red carpet with a huge hug before sharing some kind words in front of photographers
Wow! The Australia native wowed the crowd in a flowing silky white gown that exposed her sculpted back and toned arms
Say cheese! Smith also posed with co-star Ben Foster
The Karate Kid star layered a class white button-up and black tie beneath his oversized jacket.
He styled his outfit with what appeared to be a pair of Rick Owens sneakers.
Willow Jaden’s older half-brother Trey, who Smith shares with ex-wife Sheree Zampino, color coordinate with his famous father by rocking a maroon toned coat over a bubblegum pink T-shirt.
Instead of brown leather dress shoes, Trey opted for brown sneakers with bright white soles.
The family was also joined by Jada’s seemingly ageless mother, Adrienne Banfield-Norris.
Adrienne cut a chic figure as she hit the red carpet in a flowing black dress with sheer sleeves and décolletage.
Suited up: Ben Foster, 42, suited up for the occasion in a dark gray suit worn with a white button-up and brown leather shoes. The actor had his stunning wife Laura Prepon by his side
Goth glam: The Orange Is the New Black actress, 42, exuded gothic elegance in a plunging black gown with ruffled shoulders, which she layered over a sexy floral lace body stocking. Her raven hair cascaded down her back and chest in loose curls.
Going strong: The couple have been married since 2018
Adrienne – who co-hosts the Facebook Watch series Red Table Talk with Jada and granddaughter Willow – cinched in her trim waist with a black leather belt adorned with gold studs.
Smith reunited with his Emancipation co-stars, including Charmaine Bingwa and Ben Foster.
Charmaine and Smith greeted one another on red carpet with a huge hug before sharing some kind words in front of photographers.
The Australia native wowed the crowd in a flowing silky white gown that exposed her sculpted back and toned arms.
Ben Foster, 42, suited up for the occasion in a dark gray suit worn with a white button-up and brown leather shoes.
Lookin’ good! Tiffany Haddish flaunted her curves in a skintight blue and white sheath dress with two-dimensional details creating a cartoonish look
Blondie: The comedian’s bleach blonde hair was slicked down and a pair of sparkly diamond earrings hugged her earlobes.
She strolled the carpet in blue rhinestone-covered kitten heels
The actor had his stunning wife Laura Prepon by his side.
The Orange Is the New Black actress, 42, exuded gothic elegance in a plunging black gown with ruffled shoulders, which she layered over a sexy floral lace body stocking.
Her raven hair cascaded down her back and chest in loose curls.
Tiffany Haddish flaunted her curves in a skintight blue and white sheath dress with two-dimensional details creating a cartoonish look.
The comedian’s bleach blonde hair was slicked down and a pair of sparkly diamond earrings hugged her earlobes.
Adorable: Pint-sized actress Jordyn McIntosh looked adorable in a green dress and glittery black heels
Glam: Alexis Louder dazzles in a floor-length silver sequin gown, while Keltie Knight rocked a stylish patterned blue suit
Da Baby made an appearance at the premiere as he hit the red carpet in a back Chanel suit
Spiffy: Gilbert Owuor and Clyde Risley Jones looked spiffy in standout suits
She strolled the carpet in blue rhinestone-covered kitten heels.
Smith appeared on The Daily Show With Trevor Noah for his first TV interview earlier this week where he discussed the moment he walked on stage and hit Rock after the comedian made a joke about Jada’s hair.
Reflecting on the slap, he said: ‘That was a horrific night, as you can imagine. You know, there’s many nuances and complexities to it. But at the end of the day, I just – I lost it, you know?
‘And I guess what I would say, you just never know what somebody’s going through, you know? In the audience right now, you are sitting next to strangers, and somebody’s mother died last week. Somebody’s child is sick. Somebody just lost their job. Somebody just found out their spouse cheated.
‘It’s like – there’s all these things, and they’re strangers, and you just don’t know what is going on with people. And I was going through something that night. Not that that justifies my behavior at all.’
The star urged people to ‘be nice to each other’, while he noted the way he took his own struggle and turned it into a difficult incident for ‘other people’.
He added: ‘I guess the thing that was most painful for me is, I took my hard and made it hard for other people. I understood the idea, they say hurt people hurt people.’
Will referenced his own difficult childhood, and described his behaviour in the moment as someone he doesn’t ‘want to be’.
He explained: ‘It was a lot of things. It was the little boy that watched his father beat up his mother. All of that just bubbled up in that moment.
‘I just – that is not who I want to be… I was gone….
