The fall-out continues over Will Smith and his physical assualt against Chris Rock on Oscar night. The Academy Award leadership members are said to be, "upset and outraged" by the live incident in front of millions of TV viewers.
The Academy President David Rubin sent out a letter to the "board of governors" (read below) and will meet on Wednesday March 30, 2022 to discuss the situation.
Dear Members,
"Sunday’s telecast of the 94th Oscars was meant to be a celebration of the many individuals in our community who did incredible work this past year. We are upset and outraged that those moments were overshadowed by the unacceptable and harmful behavior on stage by a nominee."
"To be clear, we condemn Mr. Smith’s actions that transpired Sunday night."
"As outlined in our bylaws, the Academy’s Board of Governors will now make a determination on appropriate action for Mr. Smith. As governed by California law regarding members of nonprofit organizations like the Academy, and set forth in our Standards of Conduct, this must follow an official process that will take a few weeks."
"We will continue to update you on any developments, but we also ask that you respect your Board, Academy staff and the process as this unfolds so it can work in the considered way it was intended and mandated."
"Please trust that the Board of Governors will conduct this process in a manner that is both expedient and respectful of all involved while maintaining the standards of the Academy."
Thank you,
David Rubin, President
Dawn Hudson, CEO
Comedian Wanda Sykes will appear on "Ellen" this Thursday on March 31, 2022. A video preview has been released. Wanda served as a co-host of the 94th annual Academty Awards. The other hosts included, Regina Hall and Amy Schumer. Below is Wanda's reaction to Will Smith.
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