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Actor Will Smith Banned from attending Oscars for 10 years

 Will Smith will not be allowed to attend the Academy Award for the next 10 years, as a result of his Slapping comedian Chris Rock on sage during this Year's Oscars ceremony, The Academy of Motion picture Arts & Sciences announced in a statement.  "The board has decided, for a period of 10 years from April 8, 2022 , Mr Smith shall not be permitted to attend any Academy events or programs, in person or virtually, including but not limited to the Academy Awards, "Academy President David Rubin and CEO Dawn Hudson said in a statement on Friday.  The decision was made during a board of Governors meeting held earlier in the day in Los Angeles. The meeting, initially schedules for April 18, was expedited after Smith announced his resignation from the Academy last week.  Smith issued a quick, concise statement on his ban from the Oscars for the next decade.  "I accept and respect the Academy's decision," the Actor said in a statement. The Academy's letter ad

Netflix, Sony Suspends upcoming projects with will Smith Following Oscars Altercation

 Following the altercation between Will smith and comedian Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars, Netflix and Sony have decided to put their upcoming projects with him on hold.  According to the Hollywood Reporter, Smith was set to star in the next Netflix film "Fast and "Loose." However, sources close to the outlet say that the streaming giant has made it known that it is no longer working on the initiative.  According to the Hollywood Reporter, "Fast and Loose" had just lost its director, David Leitch, a week before the Oscars incident. Despite acting quickly "to put out an urgent" request for a filmmaker to direct "Fast and Loose", Netflix "quietly" scrapped the movie following Smith's behaviour at the Academy Awards.  The Hollywood reporter also mentioned that Sony had put a halt to the production of "Bad Boys 4" which will Smith was to star in.

Will Smith Resigns from Academy After Slapping Chris Rock at Oscars

  Will Smith resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences after slapping presenter Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars ceremony. " I betrayed the trust of the Academy".  "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", Smith said in the statement. "I betrayed the trust of the Academy. I deprived other nominees and winners of their opportunity to celebrate and be celebrated for their extraordinary work. I am heartbroken."  He said he will accept "any and all" additional consequences for his actions, adding, "I want to put the focus back on those who deserve attention for their achievements and allow the Academy to get back to the incredible work it does to support creativity and artistry in film."  Academy president David Rubin said he has received and  accepted Smith's resignation, He said the Academy &q

Chris Rock breaks His Silence on Will Smith Oscars Altercation

 Chris Rock's appearance at the 2022 Oscars was marred by physical altercation with Will Smith. Chris Spoke about the incident at his comedy show in Boston on March 30. Chris Rock is breaking his silence after Will Smith slapped him stage at the 2022 oscars.   The March 27 awards show came to a brief standstill when the presenter took a swipe at Jada Pinkett Smith's shaved head, joking, "Jada, I Love You, G.I Jane 2, can't wait to see it, Alright? "The crack prompted Jada-who has been open about her Alopecia Diagnosis- to roll her eyes and will to take the stage.  Returning to his seat, post-slap, Will yelled to Chris, "Keep my wife's name out your F**king mouth. Chris kept his cool on stage and quickly segued to the best Documentary presentation, but now, he's speaking out.  At the beginning of his comedy show in Boston on March 30, Chris jokingly asked the audience, "How was your weekend? according to audio of the show published by Variety.  Fo