The Academy Issues Statement On Will Smith

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said it will formally review Will Smith for slapping Chris Rock during Sunday’s Oscars ceremony.

“The Academy condemns the actions of Mr. Smith … We have officially started a formal review around the incident and will explore further action and consequences in accordance with our Bylaws, Standards of Conduct and California law,” the statement released on Monday said.

Though the Academy said it would be reviewing any violations of California law, the matter is so far not a criminal one. Rock has declined to file a police report against Smith, the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed with BuzzFeed News.

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