Will Smith refused to leave Oscar ceremony after being called to do so | entertainment

entertainment">The organization acknowledged in a statement that “it could have handled the situation differently.” It is not clear what sanctions the actor must take into account. He may be suspended or expelled as a member, which will be voted on by the Academy. More will become clear at the next board meeting on April 18. Will Smith will be given the opportunity to respond in writing beforehand.

entertainment">It’s not often that someone is removed from the Academy. In recent years, it happened to director Roman Polanski and Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein after controversy over sexual scandals. Both men did not lose their Oscar. It is unclear whether Smith will lose his Best Actor Oscar for his role in King Richard.

entertainment">Chris Rock responded for the first time since the blow during a performance in Boston on Wednesday, according to Variety. He says this is “still processing.” Later, he promises to talk about it “and then it will be both funny and serious,” Rock said.

entertainment">The organization says it is “upset and outraged” about the incident. “Sunday’s broadcast of the 94th Oscars was intended to be a celebration of the many people in our community who have done an incredible job over the past year. We are angry and outraged that those moments were overshadowed by the unacceptable and undesirable behavior on stage by a nominee.”

entertainment">Smith apologized via Instagram a day after the blow. “I crossed the line and I was wrong,” Smith wrote. “Joking about myself is part of the job. But I couldn’t bear a joke about Jada’s (his wife, ed.) medical condition and I reacted emotionally. I am ashamed and my actions are not representative of the man I want to be,” the actor said.

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