Will Smith Reacts To Oscars 10-Year Ban Over Slapping Chris Rock | READ DETAILS
Thompson Nsisongabasi
Apr 09, 2022
Will Smith Reacts To Oscars 10-Year Ban Over Slapping Chris Rock
American actor, Will Smith, has reacted to the decision of the Academy (Oscars) to ban him from its events for ten years.
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The actor was banned for slapping Chris Rock after the comedian made a joke about his wife, Jada at the Oscars award in March.
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The decision was announced by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) on Friday.
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Will Smith in a brief statement, told Page Six that he accepts the decision.
His terse statement read, "I accept and respect the Academy's decision.ÔÇØ
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However, the award for Best Actor was not withdrawn from him.
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This is coming after the actor regretted and apologized for his actions.
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He admitted that his behaviour towards Chris Rock was "embarrassing and unacceptable.ÔÇØ
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