Will Smith is said to not be appearing in a sequel to The Matrix, even though he shared a teaser implying otherwise.
On Monday (January 6), Smith posted a mysterious video on Instagram stating: “In 1997, the Wachowskis presented Will Smith with the opportunity to play Neo in The Matrix. Smith rejected it. He selected Wild Wild West, thinking it was more suitable for him then.
“Yet the inquiry persists: How would The Matrix have appeared if Will Smith had played Neo? “Rise and shine, Will… The Matrix holds you captive…”
The video referenced the “follow the white rabbit” computer sequence at the start of the iconic sci-fi action movie.
Though his provocative post implied otherwise, sources informed The Hollywood Reporter that Will Smith is not set to star in an upcoming Matrix film from Warner Bros. and writer-director Drew Goddard, which was confirmed the previous year.
At this moment, additional information is not accessible; however, there is conjecture that Smith’s video might relate to a Super Bowl advertisement instead.
As mentioned in his post, the Oscar-winning actor was notably approached for the main role in The Matrix, along with other actors like Brad Pitt, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Val Kilmer, before Keanu Reeves was finally selected as Neo.
Will Smith, who has been prioritizing music over films recently, took a moment during a concert in San Diego to respond to unfounded rumors connecting him to Diddy’s supposed sexual offenses.
“The current world we inhabit makes it quite difficult for you all to determine what is real and what is true,” he stated on stage. “I have been noticing your memes and such.” Individuals have been creating memes. I notice the memes. A few of the things are amusing.
“I haven’t spoken about any of this in public but I want to make it very clear: I have nothing to do with Puffy, so you can all stop those memes.” You all can cut out all of that nonsense. I haven’t been anywhere close to any crazy party. I handle plenty of my own stuff. “Don’t involve me in other people’s problems.”
He went on: “I haven’t been close to that guy, haven’t done any of that foolish stuff. Therefore, whenever you all hear that, if anyone says it, it’s a complete falsehood. I don’t really enjoy baby oil.
“I typically avoid replying to foolish matters because, you know, there are numerous reasons.” People talk a lot, but that particular meme you posted was over the top. You all were making me angry.
