Jazz Tangcay Artisans EditorOn Friday afternoon, Will Smith announced in a statement that he was resigning from the Academy after he slapped Chris Rock during last Sunday’s Oscars telecast.The Academy plans to forge ahead and conduct a formal investigation and disciplinary process on April 18, at which time the organization could impose further sanctions or punishment in accordance with its bylaws.
In the meantime, here’s what Smith’s resignation means for the actor’s Oscars future:Smith’s resignation came in response to a disciplinary hearing notice from the Academy.
Smith admitted he fully accepted all consequences for his conduct and said in his statement, “My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable.
The list of those I have hurt is long and includes Chris, his family, many of my dear friends and loved ones, all those in attendance, and global audiences at home.” He also acknowledged that his actions took away from the other nominees and winners of the night. “I am heartbroken.
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