Smith is not allowed to attend any other events hosted by Hollywood’s top film conglomerate over the next decade, but the board decided not to cancel the Best Actor Oscars last month. ‘King Richard’,
“The Board has decided, for a period of 10 years with effect from April 8, 2022, to allow Mr. Smith to participate, personally or virtually, in any Academy programs or events, including, but not limited to, the Academy Awards.” will not be granted,” said President David Rubin and CEO don hudson in a letter.
Smith had previously apologized to the Academy and The Rock. Minutes after the incident, Smith was declared Best Actor at the Oscars. Will Smith slaps comedian Chris Rock on stage after he became angry with the latter’s joke directed at his wife Jada Pinkett Smith,
The 94th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.