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Will Smith Receives 10-Year Ban From Academy Events

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Oscar® nominee Will Smith arrives on the red carpet of the 94th Oscars® at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, March 27, 2022. Photo Credit: Michael Baker A.M.P.A.S.

The Board of Governors for The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences decided to punish Oscar-Winning actor Will Smith for his behavior at the 94th Oscars when he slapped Chris Rock live on global television. Please read the complete statement from The Academy below, and review our recap commentary after the incident.

Courtesy of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

On March 28, 2022 Will Smith made a public apology via his Instagram account.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CbqmaY1p7Pz/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

On April 1, 2022, Will Smith delivered another statement via his publicist that he resigned from his membership in The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.