The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has banned actor and director Will Smith from attending the Oscars..
The decision was made by the Academy in response to the fact that during the 94th awards ceremony, the actor hit his colleague Chris Rock in the face because he unsuccessfully joked about Smith's wife..
" We also hope that this will reassure all participants and those affected.. Variety.
At the same time, the Academy emphasized that they would not take away the Oscar statuette from Will Smith.. In addition, the actor can be nominated for future awards.. Smith was only banned from attending the Oscars for 10 years..
By the way, the actor has already responded to the relevant ban. The artist noted that he respects the decision of the Academy.
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Will Smith has announced that he is retiring from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences..