The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced this Friday that it has decided to ban actor Will Smith from attending the Oscars for 10 years, after he slapped Chris Rock.
"The Board has determined that, for a period of 10 years beginning April 8, 2022, Mr. Smith will not be permitted to attend any Academy event or program, in person or virtually, including, but not limited to, to the Academy Awards," he said in a statement.
The Academy apologized for what happened during the award ceremony.
"During our broadcast, we did not adequately address the situation in the room. We are sorry. We had the opportunity to set an example for our guests, viewers and our Academy family around the world, and we fell short, unprepared." for something unprecedented," he added.
And he thanked Rock "for maintaining his composure under extraordinary circumstances."
"We hope that this can initiate a time of healing and restoration for all involved and affected," he added.
Smith, who last week announced his resignation from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and won the best actor Oscar for his role in King Richard, said he had
betrayed the trust of the Academy,
his colleagues and the public. for his inappropriate behavior on Sunday and that he wanted to turn the spotlight on those who deserve to be recognized "for their achievements."
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