Will Smith called Bradley Cooper beautiful while receiving his best actor award for his role in "King Richard" at the NBC gala.

Trevor Noah presented the best actor award to Will Smith.

Smith likened his film journey to Cooper's handsome looks.

Paul Thomas Anderson won the best director honors for "King Richard."

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Rachel Zegler won the best actress for her work in Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story."

Will Smith played the role of Richard Williams in "King Richard."

Will Smith admitted he was surprised about the acclaim that "King Richard" has received from the public.

Smith won a SAG Award, BAFTA, and Critics Choice Award for his performance in "King Richards."

Smith will reprise his role in the action thriller sequel "I am Legend 2."

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