Will Smith surprised the crowd at Coachella by joining J Balvin for a cover of his 1997 theme song for “Men In Black.”
No one anticipated the Hollywood star — who portrayed NYPD detective James Darrell Edwards III/Agent J in the sci-fi action classic — performing at the California festival; however, it made sense that he would perform during the reggaeton superstar’s alien-themed set.
Smith showed up in his character’s signature black suit and sunglasses. As he joined the stage he shouted, “Coachella!”
The King Richard star even used the “Neuralyzer” to wipe Balvin’s memory as he was dragged off stage.
The surprise appearance comes after it was reported that the actor will address his infamous Oscars slap “head-on” ahead of his Hollywood comeback.
Smith stars alongside Martin Lawrence in Bad Boys: Ride or Die. The I, Robot star is preparing to embark on a big PR campaign ahead of the film’s release.
“This film is Will’s big comeback and his team are going all out to get him out there,” a source told The Sun.
Bad Boys: Ride or Die is Smith’s first major film project since he slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars in 2022.
The Hollywood veteran intends to address the “elephant in the room” during the promotional campaign for the movie.
“He will deal head-on with the slap and how he has changed since then. Likely, he will also speak about his marriage to Jada [Pinkett Smith], after they secretly split up more than six years ago,” the insider explained.
“The slap is still a bit of an elephant in the room, and Will is going to tackle it head-on,” the insider continued. “He is booked to appear on several big U.S. TV shows and will be an open book.”
“People love a redemption story, and Will has done a lot of work on himself. He also has a huge fan base who want him back in the thick of the action,” the insider said.
Smith previously apologized to Rock for his behavior at the Oscars. He also promised that he would make amends for his mistake.
“I know it was confusing. I know it was shocking. But I promise you, I am deeply devoted and committed to putting light and love and joy into the world. And if you hang on, I promise we’ll be able to be friends again,” he said in a statement.
