Hollywood\u0027s film academy did not adequately respond to Will Smith\u0027s slap at the Academy Awards last March, organization\u0027s president said.
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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was criticized for allowing Smith to remain in his seat, and accept the best actor trophy, after he assaulted Rock on stage.From our newsroom to your inbox at noon, the latest headlines, stories, opinion and photos from the Toronto Sun.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.
“We learned from this that the academy must be fully transparent and accountable in our actions, and particularly in times of crisis,” she added. Smith resigned from the academy after the incident, and the academy banned him from attending the Oscars for 10 years. He remains eligible to be nominated for and win Academy Awards.At Tuesday’s lunch, nominees including Tom Cruise, Steven Spielberg, Michelle Yeoh and Angela Bassett schmoozed and posed for a group photo.Share this article in your social network
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