Lamar Odom On Will Smith Protecting His Wife Jada Pinkett Smith: “Had I Protected My Wife, I May Still Be Married”
Lamar Odom is the latest celebrity to react to Will Smith’s viral moment with Chris Rock.
At the 94th Academy Awards on Sunday, Chris Rock made a “G.I. Jane 2” joke directed at Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett Smith’s bald head, which she shaved because she suffers a hair-loss condition called alopecia. During his joke, Smith hopped on stage and slapped the comedian across the face. While many people have expressed disappointment in Will, other people have been praising him for defending his wife.
The former NBA star shared a heartwarming picture of Will and Jada after he accepted his Best Actor Award for “King Richard.” Odom reflected on his marriage with Khloé Kardashian, saying he wishes he would have protected her when they were together: “He loves his wife. I do not condone violence against anyone. @willsmith loves @jadapinkettsmith I was told love covers a multitude of sins. I see everyone arguing the merits of this altercation, taking side, dragging them both to hell when it all boils down to love. He loves his wife. She was hurting, it is a husband’s responsibility to protect his wife. That is what he vowed to God and her, he owes us ZERO explanation as to why he chose to hit @chrisrock, he did what a husband is called to do. Protect his wife, from anything and anyone who causes her pain,” Odom said before adding, “Had I protected my wife versus mentally, emotionally and spiritually hurting her, I may still be married.”
He continued, “Lets use this as a teaching moment, lets learn to set boundaries, lets learn to be humble, lets learn to embrace and forgive each other in the midst of our trials and tribulations versus sitting on a throne of judgement.
Last I checked we (the peanut gallery 6à) do not have a heaven or hell to put anyone in. Same thing that makes you laugh will bring you to your knees. Sending good vibes only. Check my story I am in need of some services!
Love y’all for loving and supporting me ~ LO”