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A tangent ensues about star power and the status of actors like Leonardo DiCaprio, with one speaker expressing belief that he should have won multiple awards for his performances. They reflect on how cultural icons like Will Smith are comparable to modern pop stars, such as Taylor Swift, representing a kind of societal idolism. Will Smith’s massive popularity in the 1990s, especially as "The Fresh Prince," is contrasted with today's celebrity culture.

The discussion touches on the infamous Oscars slap involving Will Smith and Chris Rock, with skepticism about whether it was staged. They comment on how such high-profile incidents capture public attention and speculate on conspiracy theories about the event, even humorously referencing the idea of an "Illuminati."