Will Smith resigns from Academy after slapping Chris Rock: ‘My actions are shocking, painful and inexplicable’

Will Smith resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after he Comedian Chris Rock slaps on stage at the Oscars 2022.

The King Richard The star was revealed in a statement sent to Everyone that he was willing to “accept any and all consequences” for his actions and said he had “betrayed the trust” of the Academy.

“I have responded directly to the Academy’s disciplinary hearing notice and I will fully accept any and all consequences for my conduct,” the Oscar-winning actor said.

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“My actions at the 94th Academy Awards were shocking, painful and inexcusable. The list of people I have hurt is long and includes Chris, his family, many close friends. my love and loved ones, all present and the global audience at home. I have betrayed the trust of the Academy.”

Smith has announced that he will be giving up his membership in the Academy and apologized for overshadowing the celebrations of other Oscar winners during the 94th Academy Awards.

“I have deprived other nominees and winners of the opportunity to celebrate for their extraordinary work. I am heartbroken,” he continued.

“I want to focus back on those who deserve attention for their accomplishments and allow the Academy to return to the incredible work it does to support creativity and artistry in film. .”

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Smith also released a statement on his personal Instagram account In the days after the Oscars 2022, apologize to Rock live.

“Violence in all its forms is toxic and destructive,” he began in a lengthy statement posted on Instagram.

“My behavior at the Oscars last night was unacceptable and inexcusable. Jokes at my expense are part of the job, but a joke about the state of my health. Jada was too much for me and I reacted emotionally.”

“I want to publicly apologize to you, Chris. I crossed the line and I was wrong,” he continued. “I’m ashamed and my actions don’t represent the man I want to be. There’s no room for violence in a world of love and kindness.”

Smith stormed onto the stage and slapped Rock after he joked about Jada Pinkett Smith’s bald head.

The comedian took aim at Pinkett Smith’s bald head during his monologue, saying he was looking forward to “seeing her in GI Jane 2“. Given Pinkett Smith suffers from hair loss – a condition that causes hair loss – inappropriate comment for Smith.

“Put my wife’s name out of your king’s mouth. Let my wife’s name out of your f-king mouth!” He yelled from across the room as he returned to his seat after storming onto the stage and slapping Rock.

Following the controversy, the Academy revealed in a statement that it had launched a formal review into Smith’s actions.

“The Academy condemns Mr. Smith’s actions at last night’s performance. We have officially commenced an official review surrounding the incident and will learn more actions and consequences under our Regulations, Standards. standards of conduct and California law.”

According to the official Oscars website, Academy membership is limited to film artists who work in the production of premiere feature films.

The process for becoming an Academy member is funding, not application. You must be sponsored by two Academy members from the branch you wish to enter.

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