Ricky Gervais Risks a Slap (Again) with Savage Jaden Smith Grammys Joke

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Ricky Gervais takes a hilarious jab at Jaden Smith’s viral Grammys look, leaving fans in stitches and wondering if Will Smith is on his way

Ricky Gervais has done it again—proving that no celebrity is safe from his razor-sharp humor, not even the Smith family. The comedian, known for roasting Hollywood elites like a master chef at a BBQ, took aim at Jaden Smith’s viral Grammys look, and let’s just say, Will might be warming up his slap hand.

Jaden’s Hat: A Fashion Statement or a Haunted House?

Jaden Smith, ever the avant-garde fashionista, hit the Grammys red carpet wearing what can only be described as a DIY Halloween project gone rogue. A giant black castle-like hat sat atop his head, leaving fans confused, concerned, and in stitches.

I’m sorry Jaden, but Noel Fielding did it first. Jeez, come up with something original. 🤣🏰 #JokeOrConcept #LuxuryComedy #NoelFielding #JadenSmith #Grammys pic.twitter.com/zJ8bhVtdgk

— Saffron✨ (@s_ffron7) February 3, 2025

Social media did what it does best—roast celebrities mercilessly. The internet quickly labeled Jaden’s look as:

• “A haunted Minecraft building”
• “A rejected Zoom background”
• “Something a 5-year-old would wear for Halloween”

And just when we thought the memes couldn’t get any better, in swooped Ricky Gervais like a comedy sniper.

Will Smith: WE ARE LEAVING FOR THE GRAMMYS! NOW!

Jaden: Wait! My head is stuck in a doll house!

Will Smith: I SAID NOW! pic.twitter.com/Ghg4m14q0P

— The Internet’s Todd Holloman (@todd_holloman) February 3, 2025

Man called out Jaden Smith for wearing a castle on his head to the Grammys:

“Jaden you look retarded bro” 🤣 pic.twitter.com/U67HpTHQMj

— Daily Loud (@DailyLoud) February 5, 2025

Ricky’s Joke: No Mercy for the Smiths

Maybe he’s bald like his mum.

— Ricky Gervais (@rickygervais) February 3, 2025

Seeing Jaden’s eccentric hat, Ricky wasted no time firing off a joke referencing the infamous Oscars slap. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), he wrote:

“Maybe he’s bald like his mum.”

Oof. The internet went WILD. Fans immediately declared Ricky the “winner of the internet,” with reactions like:

• “Ricky just dropped the funniest joke of the year, and it’s only February!”
• “Someone check on Will Smith, he might be heading to Ricky’s house.”
• “Wear a helmet next time, Ricky. Just in case.”

The Ghost of the 2022 Oscars Slap

Of course, this joke was a not-so-subtle nod to Chris Rock’s 2022 Oscars quip about Jada Pinkett Smith, which resulted in Will storming the stage and slapping him on live television. Ricky has never been one to hold back, previously saying he wouldn’t have joked about Jada’s alopecia—he would have joked about her “boyfriend” instead.

(For those keeping score, that’s a reference to Jada’s entanglement with singer August Alsina. Ricky truly leaves no stone unturned.)

Will Smith’s Response?

So far, there’s been no official response from Will Smith, but if history has taught us anything, it’s that he might just be preparing his “Keep my wife’s name out of your mouth” speech—again.

Meanwhile, Ricky Gervais remains unbothered, sipping his tea, and waiting for the next celebrity to serve up some comedy gold.