The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences announced in a statement on Friday (8th April 2022) that actor Will Smith will not be allowed to attend the Academy Awards for the next ten (10) years, as a result of slapping Chris Rock on 27th March 2022. “The Board has decided, for a period of 10 years from April 8, 2022, Mr. Smith shall not be permitted to attend any Academy events or programs, in person or virtually, including but not limited to the Academy Awards," Academy President David Rubin and CEO Dawn Hudson said in a statement on Friday. The decision was made during a Board of Governors meeting held earlier in the day in Los Angeles. The meeting, initially scheduled for 18th April 2022, was expedited after Smith announced his resignation from the Academy last week. His resignation means that he is no longer part of the Academy's voting body, but it does not prevent the Oscar winner from being nominated in the future. Smith issued a quick, concise statement on his ban from the Oscars for the next decade. “I accept and respect the Academy's decision,” the actor said in a statement to CNN. The Academy's statement added, “The 94th Oscars were meant to be a celebration of the many individuals in our community who did incredible work this past year; however, those moments were overshadowed by the unacceptable and harmful behavior we saw Mr. Smith exhibit on stage.” “During our telecast, we did not adequately address the situation in the room,” the letter went on to state. “For this, we are sorry. This was an opportunity for us to set an example for our guests, viewers and our Academy family around the world, and we fell short — unprepared for the unprecedented.” Typically, the previous year's Best Actor winner presents the current year's Best Actress award (and the reigning Best Actress presents the Best Actor trophy). With Smith's ban, the Oscars will have to break that tradition. In its letter, the Academy expressed “deep gratitude to Mr. Rock for maintaining his composure under extraordinary circumstances.” “This action we are taking today in response to Will Smith's behavior is a step toward a larger goal of protecting the safety of our performers and guests, and restoring trust in the Academy,” the letter concluded. “We also hope this can begin a time of healing and restoration for all involved and impacted.” This is a developing story - refresh this page for updates. [Source: CNN]
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