The favorite actor says he accepts the consequences of his actions.
Smith has also apologized for his behavior on social media since then. ETIENNE LAURENT
American actor Will Smith resigns from the Academy Award-winning Film Academy.
In the background is an incident at the Oscar gala on Sunday night in which Smith beat the comedian Chris Rockia this joking tastelessly to the actor’s wife Jada Pinkett-Smithin at the expense of.
“I will resign from the Academy of Film and Science and accept any other consequences that its board deems appropriate,” Smith told AFP.
– My activities at the 94th Oscar Gala were shocking, painful and unforgivable. The list of those I have hurt is long. It includes Chris, his family, many of my dear friends and loved ones, all those present, and global audiences at home.
Smith also says he betrayed the Academy’s trust. According to him, attention should be focused back on those who deserve attention for their achievements.