The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences says it condemns Will Smith's actions at the Oscars and has opened a 'formal review' of the onstage incident involving Chris Rock
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences in a statement issued on Monday condemned the actions of best actor winner Will Smith after the"King Richard" star stormed the stage and slapped presenter Chris Rock in the face during Sunday's Oscars ceremony.
"The Academy condemns the actions of Mr. Smith at last night's show," the statement said."We have officially started a formal review around the incident and will explore further action and consequences in accordance with our Bylaws, Standards of Conduct and California law."Earlier on Monday, CNN learned that Academy leadership"strongly considered" removing Smith from the Oscars telecast after the incident, according to a source close to the situation.
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