Chris Rock Set To Pioneers Live Netflix With Comedy Special

Chris is set to launch Netflix’s live streaming technology with a standup comedy special in early 2023.

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A press release acknowledged the comedian’s talent and the streaming platform’s excitement at working with him.

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Fans took the opportunity to take jabs at the comedian and the infamous slap he received from Will Smith during the 2022 Oscars.

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A fan bet $30 because of his certainty that Chris would make jokes about the incident.

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Another fan advised him to keep the show away from the actor.

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Chris previously worked with Netflix in 2018.

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He poked fun at the drama between him and Will during a Phoenix show.

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He revealed that the Oscars had offered him another shot at hosting its 2023 event but he declined it.

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According to him, going back on the stage was similar to returning to a crime scene.

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