'My behaviour... was unacceptable and inexcusable.'
In a statement on Monday , the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences wrote that it"condemns the actions of Mr Smith at last night's show".
It also revealed that a"formal review" has been launched which will explore possible"consequences" for the award-winning actor.It read:"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."
Sunday night's shocking incident occurred less than an hour before Smith returned to the stage to collect the Best Actor Oscar for his performance inThrough tears in his speech, Smith apologised to the Academy and said he wanted to be"an ambassador" of"love". Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes hosted the 94th Academy Awards from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, airing live in the US on ABC and in the UK on Sky Showcase and Sky Cinema Select.
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