Will Smith is officially not a member of the Academy anymore. Instead of letting the Academy's board of governors decide the actor's fate, Smith went ahead and resigned.
The "King Richard" star received backlash after he slapped Chris Rock on-stage at the 94th Academy Awards after the comedian made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith's bald head.
So, what happens now? Will Smith resigned from the Academy days after a disciplinary process was initiated. Will Smith's resignation Smith announced his resignation in a statement via his representative. "I have directly responded to the Academy’s disciplinary hearing notice, and I will fully accept any and all consequences for my conduct.
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.
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