Richard E Grant references Will Smith’s Oscars slap as he opens the Baftas

Richard E Grant references Will Smith Oscars slap as he opens the Baftas (Ian West/PA)

Bafta host Richard E Grant referenced Will Smith’s infamous slap at last year’s Oscars, as he opened the 2023 ceremony in London.

The British actor told audiences that “on my watch no one gets slapped tonight” as he concluded his humorous remarks at the top of the show.