Breaking News: Will Smith resigns from Academy after Chris Rock slap
After slapping Chris Rock during the Oscars on Sunday, Will Smith has resigned from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. In a statement sent to Fox News Digital on Friday, Smith announced his resignation and stated that he has "betrayed the trust of the Academy." You may like to read this news: Big Update: Disney employee issues dire warning about the economic consequences image source: unsplash "I have reacted immediately to the Academy's notice of disciplinary hearing, and I fully accept any and all repercussions for my actions. My behaviour at the 94th Academy Awards was shocking, terrible, and unforgivable. Chris, his family, many of my dear friends and loved ones, all those in attendance, and global audiences at home are among people I have injured. I betrayed the Academy's confidence, "Smith stated his opinion. Smith went on to say that he "denied other nominees and winners the opportunity to rejoice," and that he will accept a