The Quincy Jones tribute marks the first time Smith has appeared and presented at a major awards show since the infamous ‘slap' with Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars nearly three years ago.

Will Smith presented a tribute to the late great Quincy Jones on Sunday at the 2025 Grammys, introducing performances from Stevie Wonder, Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe and Lainey Wilson.

Paying tribute to Jones, who died of pancreatic cancer last November, Smith took to the stage alongside pianist Herbie Hancock. “This past year, we lost one of the most groundbreaking and ...

"You probably wouldn't even know who Will Smith was if it wasn't for Quincy Jones." Will Smith led a moving tribute at the 2025 Grammy Awards to Quincy Jones, who died on Nov. 3 at the age of 91.

Will Smith graced the Grammy Awards stage to lead a tribute for the late, great Quincy Jones, who sadly passed away in November 2024 at the ripe age of 91. The moment was one for the books ...

Will Smith, Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe, Lainey Wilson, Stevie Wonder and Herbie Hancock paid touching tribute at the 67th Grammy Awards to late music producer Quincy Jones, who died last year ...