Will Smith resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after slapping Chris Rock during the Oscars on Sunday.
Chris Rock was seen in Boston ahead of his highly anticipated comedy show following the Oscars drama between him and Will Smith.Will Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after slapping Chris Rock during the Oscars on Sunday.
Smith added that he"deprived other nominees and winners" of their chance to celebrate, and said he will accept any further consequences from the Board."I deprived other nominees and winners of their opportunity to celebrate and be celebrated for their extraordinary work. I am heartbroken. I want to put the focus back on those who deserve attention for their achievements and allow the Academy to get back to the incredible work it does to support creativity and artistry in film.
"Jada, ‘GI Jane 2,’ I can’t wait to see it," Rock said while on stage at the Oscars. Pinkett Smitt was in attendance at the event.Chris Rock, center, arrives at the Wilbur Theater before a performance, Wednesday, March 30, 2022, in Boston.When Smith received his award for best actor for his role in"King Richard," he apologized.
"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 a part of the job, but a joke about Jada’s medical condition was too much for me to bear and I reacted emotionally," Smith said."I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris. I was out of line and I was wrong. I am embarrassed and my actions were not indicative of the man I want to be.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Will Smith resigns from film academy over Chris Rock slapWill Smith has resigned from the film academy over the Chris Rock slap, saying he ‘betrayed the trust of the academy.’
Read more »
Will Smith resigns from Academy following backlash over Chris Rock slapWill Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as he faces possible punishment over slapping Chris Rock at The Oscars. 'My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable.'
Read more »
Will Smith resigns from Academy following backlash over Chris Rock slapWill Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after facing possible punishment from the Academy over slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars.
Read more »
Will Smith resigns from Academy following backlash over Chris Rock slapWill Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after facing possible punishment from the Academy over slapping Chris Rock at The Oscars.
Read more »
Will Smith resigns from Academy following backlash over Chris Rock slapBREAKING Will Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after facing possible punishment from the Academy over slapping Chris Rock at The Oscars.
Read more »