Jamal Edwards’ family launches The Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust

Ed Sheeran smiles as he makes his way to a music video shoot in London, England on Friday (April 15).

Ed Sheeran is said to be penning a song to pay tribute to his late friend, Jamal Edwards. Jamal tragically died in February at the age of 31 after a period of “sudden illness”. He helped launch the Shape Of You hitmaker Ed's career after he filmed the then-up-and-coming star for his channel SB.TV and the pair soon formed a friendship too.

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Will Smith is getting by with a little help from his friends. A source tells ET that, after Smith slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars, the actor «is aware of the backlash that has surfaced, especially from the comedian community.»«Though Will’s actions have caused embarrassment for some of his friends and peers, his close friends are still privately texting him and trying to be there for him,» the source says.

Brenda Edwards opened up about her heartbreak at losing son Jamal Edwards on social media on Thursday as she announced the launch of the Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust set up in honour of her late son. Jamal died unexpectedly at the age of 31 on 20 February to the shock of his family, friends and supporters.

Rock said.Rock has been largely silent about the incident, when during the 2022 Oscars on Sunday Smith slapped him after Rock told a joke about Smith’s wife, Jade Pinkett Smith. The incident sharply divided viewers and attendees before opinion coalesced around the conclusion that Smith was incredibly out of line.

Linda Robson has revealed that her son was "devastated" to miss Jamal Edwards' funeral after he tested positive for Covid last week.The TV star, 64, appeared on Wednesday's Loose Women where the panellists discussed the topic "do we still have a moral duty to self-isolate?" It comes after Loose Women star Brenda Edwards tragically lost her SB.TV founder son Jamal last month at the tender age of 31 after a "sudden illness". Talking on Wednesday's show, Linda revealed that her "devastated" son, Louis Dunford, missed Jamal's funeral due to testing positive for Covid.

Brenda Edwards has announced the launch of the Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust foundation following the music entrepreneur's death last month.MORE: Brenda Edwards breaks silence to share beautiful photo with son Jamal EdwardsSBTV founder Jamal died aged 31 following a suspected heart attack. And on Wednesday, Loose Women panellist Brenda revealed the details of the new charity which will "support those causes that mattered most to Jamal".WATCH: Brenda Edwards sings at son Jamal's vigil in heartbreaking momentA statement from Brenda, her daughter Tanisha and their family read: "Jamal no longer being here has left a huge impact on the lives of his family, friends and all those he supported and lifted in his unique and humble way.MORE: Christine Lampard and Ruth Langsford left 'devastated' as they rally round Brenda EdwardsREAD: Brenda Edwards sings at son Jamal's vigil in heartbreaking moment"Jamal lived his life staying true to himself, providing a platform for all to showcase what made them special whilst encouraging all to believe in themselves to achieve their full potential."Thanking fans for the support over the past few weeks, the message continued: "We have been so touched by the messages of support we have received from people from all walks of life who have positive stories to tell of Jamal’s generosity which he gave with no expectation of reciprocity."The Jamal Edwards Self Belief Trust has been set up with an objective to support those causes that mattered most to Jamal.

Will Smith.The comedian was struck by the actor following a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith’s shaved head. In 2018, Pinkett Smith revealed she has alopecia.A Vanity Fair awards insider has since reported that Rock tried to downplay the situation as he exited the stage, nodding to Smith’s Oscar-nominated turn as the boxer in 2001’s Ali.“When Chris Rock walked back to the wings of the stage with the winners, his cheek was red, but he tried to play it off to the gobsmacked crew and fellow presenters by making a joke about one of Will Smith’s other Oscar-nominated roles,” they wrote.“One witness said he remarked loudly, ‘That’s the only time you get hit my Muhammad Ali and it doesn’t leave a scratch.’”Will Smith has since issued a formal apology to Rock via his Instagram page.

K.J. Yossman The Royal Television Society Program Awards 2022 started with a slap on Wednesday evening, when nominee AJ Odudu ran up to the stage and pretended to strike host Tom Allen.“Oh my God, AJ, oh my God – I’m the one who’s lost their hair, don’t hit me,” Allen, who is bald, quipped in the evidently pre-rehearsed skit.

Will Smith has issued a public apology to Chris Rock after slapping the comedian at the Oscars. Will Smith, right, hits presenter Chris Rock on stage while presenting the award for best documentary feature at the Oscars (Chris Pizzello/AP)The 53-year-old, posting on Instagram, called his behaviour at the Academy Awards "unacceptable and inexcusable" and said he was embarrassed by his actions.

Will Smith has issued a public apology to comedian Chris Rock after slapping him at the 2022 Oscars over a joke he made about the actor's wife Jada Pinkett-Smith. The I Am Legend actor, 53, had taken offence at Chris, 57, taking a quip aimed at 50 year old Jada and her shaved head. Will then proceeded to walk on stage and slap the star across the face, before returning to his seat and shouting: “Get my wife’s name out your f***** mouth”.

Will Smith has issued an apology for what has now become known as “the slap heard around the world.” After storming on stage and slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars, the King Richard actor has called his actions “inexcusable.” He wrote out a public apology to Chris and uploaded the text as a picture on Instagram. “Violence in all of its forms is poisonous and destructive,” he started off his lengthy post.

Will Smith is making amends with Chris Rock.

Ellise Shafer Will Smith has issued an apology after slapping Chris Rock on the Oscars stage Sunday night.“Violence in all of its forms is poisonous and destructive. My behavior at last night’s Academy Awards was unacceptable and inexcusable. Jokes at my expense are part of the job, but a joke about Jada’s medical condition was too much for me to bear and I reacted emotionally,” Smith wrote.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. -- Will Smith gleefully danced with wife Jada Pinkett Smith and their family at the Vanity Fair Oscar party, waving his best actor trophy in the air like he just didn't care as he rapped along to a mash-up of his own songs, from “Gettin' Jiggy Wit It” to “Summertime.”The only sign of the ugliness that went down four hours before — when Smith strode on to the Dolby Theatre stage and slapped Chris Rock over a joke about his wife's hair, then gave a tearful acceptance speech minutes later — was the outsized attention given to the actor at a party where major stars and newly minted Oscar winners were everywhere.He was mobbed by people filming the scene and squeezing next to him for selfies.“Congratulations Will Smith, I love you!” shouted DJ D-Nice as he spun the medley.“Daily Show” host Trevor Noah gave Smith a long hug, whispering in his ear as Smith laughed.The mob followed as Smith and his entourage made their way across the party.