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Best actor nominee Will Smith has smacked presenter Chris Rock in the face with an open hand and shouted a vulgarity at the comedian for making a joke about his wife's appearance at the Oscars ceremony.

Rock made a joke about the hairstyle of Smith's wife Jada Pinkett Smith that referenced the movie G.I. Jane, in which actress Demi Moore shaved her head.

Smith, who is nominated for best actor for King Richard, stormed onto the stage and slapped Rock in what at first appeared to be a scripted joke.

But the mood turned sombre moments later when Smith, back in his seat, shouted back, "Keep my wife's name out of your f***ing mouth".

A clearly shaken Rock went on to present the award for best documentary feature to Summer of Soul (Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised).

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The Foo Fighters are one of the biggest rock bands in the galaxy. And with greatness comes great songs.

The Top 10 Awesome Foo Fighters Songs should fill that spot nicely.

A little background on the band first, since you may know their songs but may not know who they REALLY are.

Dave Grohl was the former drummer for Nirvana and ended up being the frontman for the Foo Fighters.

In 1997, the Foo Fighters lost their drummer William Goldsmith and needed so Taylor Hawkins stepped in.

And since then, he has been the band's drummer until his sudden passing in 2022.

Now let's get on with the Top 10 Foo Fighters Songs.

10. “The Pretender”

9. “Times Like These”

8. “Breakout”

7. “Monkey Wrench”

6. “Making A Fire”

5. “All My Life”

4. “Best Of You”

3. “Learn To Fly”

2. “Everlong”

1. “My Hero”

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Taylor Hawkins, the longtime drummer for the rock band Foo Fighters, has died at the age of 50.

There were no immediate details about how Hawkins died, with the band saying in a statement that his death was a "tragic and untimely loss".

Foo Fighters were on tour in South America. They played a festival in San Isidro, Argentina, on Sunday and had been scheduled to play at another in Bogota, Colombia on Friday night.

"His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever," said a message on the band's official Twitter account.

"Our hearts go out to his wife, children and family, and we ask that their privacy be treated with the utmost respect in this unimaginably difficult time." 

After Foo Fighters founder and front man Dave Grohl, Hawkins was probably the most prominent member of the group, appearing alongside Grohl in interviews and playing prominent roles in the band's videos.

He also starred in Foo Fighters' recently released horror-comedy film Studio 666 in which a demonic force in a house the band is staying in seizes Grohl and makes him murderous.

Hawkins and other members of the band - Pat Smear, Rami Jaffee, Chris Shiflett and Nate Mendel - are killed off one by one.

The film allowed the group, who for decades have been one of rock music's most durable acts, to have fun while acting out a long-running joke.

The film's premise came out of work on their 10th studio album at a home in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley.

Hawkins was Foo Fighters' drummer for 25 of the band's 28 years of existence, taking over from original drummer William Goldsmith in 1997. 

Born Oliver Taylor Hawkins in Fort Worth Texas in 1972, Hawkins was raised in Laguna Beach, California.

He played in the small Southern California band Sylvia before landing his first major gig as a drummer for Canadian singer Sass Jordan.

He spent the mid-1990s as the touring drummer for singer-songwriter Alanis Morissette before Grohl asked him to join the Foo Fighters.

It is the second time Grohl has experienced the death of a close bandmate. He was the drummer for Nirvana when Kurt Cobain died in 1994.

Hawkins is survived by his wife Alison and their three children.

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ALDI Hot Cross Bun Gin Liqueur

ALDI have officially announced their ‘cult favourite' Hot Cross Bun Gin Liqueur will be making a return to their shelves in preparation for Easter this year. The Limited Edition batch was released last year with huge success and fans have been wondering when and if ALDI would bring it back.

After its popularity last year, ALDI Australia have confirmed their Hot Cross Bun Gin Liqueur would be returning to shelves from Wednesday 30th of March, 2022. The small-batch gin is traditionally distilled and cut with spring mountain water and infused with cinnamon and spice flavours.

Made by Manchester Drinks Co, the limited release is infused with nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and ginger flavours to give you the rich, iconic fruity taste of hot cross buns in a glass.

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Paul Handley, Spirits and Beer Buying Director for ALDI said about the return of the loved festive gin liqueur:

“After becoming an instant favourite with our customers when it was introduced last year, we’re very excited to be bringing back our limited-edition Manchester Drinks Co’s Hot Cross Bun Gin Liqueur for Easter again in 2022! Infused with all the delicious flavours of a hot cross bun, this rich and fruity gin liqueur is a great twist on a classic festive favourite and the perfect way to spice up your Easter festivities! Enjoy it on the rocks, over ice or with a dash of soda. Like hot cross buns though, it’s not sticking around forever so eager customers should pick up their bottle soon.” 

The limited-edition liqueur comes in a 500ml bottle and contains 20% alcohol. You can mix it with soda, sparkling wine or simply serve on ice to enjoy the full flavour. Manchester Drinks Co also recommends serving with ginger ale and orange peel.

They’re due to arrive in stores on Wednesday 30th of March and retail for $19.99. Drink responsibly.

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