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Will Smith resigns from Academy membership after slapping Chris Rock at Oscars
Updated On: 02 April, 2022 12:21 PM IST | Washington | ANI
Smith, in a statement, said he was "heartbroken" over the incident and "betrayed the trust of the Academy"
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American actor Will Smith on Friday (local time) announced that he has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, days after he slapped comedian Chris Rock onstage at the Oscars.
"I have directly responded to the Academy`s disciplinary hearing notice, and I will fully accept any and all consequences for my conduct. My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable," Smith`s publicist told ANI.
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