Chris Rock says he's still "processing" Will Smith slap
Rock returned to the stage Wednesday night in Boston for the first time since the Oscars.
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Rock returned to the stage Wednesday night in Boston for the first time since the Oscars.
"Mr. Smith's actions at the 94th Oscars were a deeply shocking, traumatic event to witness in-person and on television," the Academy said in a statement Wednesday.
Even people who didn't watch the Oscars on Sunday night likely heard about "the slap." And many celebrities — regardless of whether they saw it in person — have shared their reactions.
One ticket resale website said it sold more Chris Rock tickets overnight than it had in the past month — and prices also increased.
"I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris," Smith wrote on social media. "I was out of line and I was wrong."
"Wow, wow — Will Smith just smacked the s*** out of me," Rock said as Smith returned to his seat after the slap seen around the world.
"The Academy does not condone violence of any form," the organization said after the telecast.
The academy's code of standards asks its members to behave ethically and uphold its "values of respect for human dignity, inclusion and a supportive environment that fosters creativity."
The incident may seems like just another moment from one of Hollywood's biggest nights, but it's far from it.
About 30 minutes later, Will Smith won the Oscar for Best Actor.