American actor Will Smith, known for the films " Deadline reports..

" I betrayed the Academy's trust. I took away the opportunity for other nominees and winners to celebrate and be recognized for their outstanding work.. I have a broken heart. I want to return the focus to those who deserve credit for their accomplishments and allow the Academy to get back to the incredible work they are doing to support creativity."

Smith added that he would " He emphasized that he was "

Council accepted Smith's resignation, said Academy President David Rubin. In doing so, management will continue their disciplinary investigation against the actor..

Smith slaps host comedian Chris Rock at the 94th Oscars. The conflict came after The Rock, while on stage, joked about Will Smith's wife and her hairstyle, which she is forced to wear due to alopecia syndrome, which causes hair loss.. After that, Smith got up on stage and punched Rock in the face.. He then returned to his seat and rudely asked Rock not to mention his wife's name.. The comedian, in turn, reacted with a joke.

Shortly thereafter, Smith received the first Oscar of his career - for his role in the drama " During his speech, the actor apologized to the Academy and colleagues. Slapped Chris Rock refuses to report Smith to police.