Will Smith resigns from Academy after Chris Rock slap: 'I betrayed the trust of the Academy'
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Will Smith resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences after slapping Chris Rock during the Oscars on Sunday.
"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. The list of those I have hurt is long and includes Chris, his family, many of my dear friends and loved ones, all those in attendance, and global audiences at home. I betrayed the trust of the Academy," Smith said.
Smith added that he "deprived other nominees and winners" of their chance to celebrate, and said he will accept any further consequences from the Board.
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