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Wanda Sykes Recalls Chris Rock's Support After Cancer Battle
5 Aug
Summary
- Sykes shared a story about Chris Rock's support after her cancer treatment.
- She humorously questioned Rock's intentions during their conversation.
- Sykes also defended Rock after the 2022 Academy Awards incident.
Comedian Wanda Sykes recounted a significant moment of support from Chris Rock after she underwent breast cancer treatment. Speaking on a podcast, Sykes shared that Rock contacted her after her recovery, expressing regret for not knowing about her diagnosis sooner.
Sykes humorously responded to Rock, questioning what he might have done had he known earlier. Despite the jest, she affirmed Rock's role as a genuine and caring friend, stating she feels protective of him.
This sentiment extended to Rock following the 2022 Academy Awards incident where Will Smith slapped him. Sykes had previously expressed feeling physically ill over the event. Earlier in 2026, she defended her stance on the matter when questioned about criticism she received for supporting Rock.
