Charles M. Blow on the meaning of "The Slap"
The New York Times columnist examines the myriad takes about Will Smith's physical and verbal confrontation against comedian Chris Rock during the Academy Awards broadcast.
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Charles M. Blow on "The Slap" as a cultural Rorschach test
The New York Times columnist examines the myriad takes about Will Smith's physical and verbal confrontation against comedian Chris Rock during the Academy Awards broadcast.
Actor Will Smith resigns from the Academy
Days after Oscar winner Will Smith slapped Chris Rock on stage, the actor resigned from the Academy. Marci Gonzalez reports from Hollywood.
What Will Smith's resignation from the Academy means for the actor
Smith announced his resignation from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Friday – and many were left wondering what it would mean for the actor's future.
Will Smith resigns from the Academy after slapping Chris Rock at Oscars
"My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable," Smith said in a statement.
LAPD offered to arrest Will Smith, but Chris Rock declined, Oscars producer says
After authorities listed all of his options, Rock was "dismissive" and decided not to press charges, Will Packer, a producer for the awards show, told ABC's "Good Morning America."
Will Smith was asked to leave Oscars but refused, Academy alleges
Next month, the Academy's board will vote whether to discipline Smith. Punishments may include suspension or expulsion.
Jada Pinkett Smith posts about "healing" after Oscars
Jada Pinkett Smith made her first public comment after her husband slapped Chris Rock at the Oscars. Will Smith publicly apologized to the comedian Monday night.
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.
Will Smith was asked to leave the Oscars but refused, the Academy says
"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.
Celebrities react to Will Smith slapping Chris Rock
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.
Chris Rock ticket sales spike on reseller site after Oscars slap
One ticket resale website said it sold more Chris Rock tickets overnight than it had in the past month — and prices also increased.
Will Smith apologizes for slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars
"I would like to publicly apologize to you, Chris," Smith wrote on social media. "I was out of line and I was wrong."
Chris Rock declines to press charges against Will Smith, LAPD says
"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.
Academy "condemns" Will Smith's actions at Oscars, launches formal review
"The Academy does not condone violence of any form," the organization said after the telecast.
Could Will Smith's slap cost him his Oscar?
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."
Will Smith and Chris Rock's history leading up to Oscar slap
The incident may seems like just another moment from one of Hollywood's biggest nights, but it's far from it.
Will Smith smacks Chris Rock on Oscars stage
About 30 minutes later, Will Smith won the Oscar for Best Actor.
Will Smith on building a legacy
The Oscar-nominee for his performance in "King Richard" talks about his inspiring life's journey — from his complicated relationship with a disciplinarian father, to his years as a rapper, TV star and big-screen box office champion.
"CODA," deaf actors, Will Smith big winners at SAG Awards
The awards are considered one of the most reliable predictors of Oscar winners. It was Hollywood's first major, televised, in-person awards show this year.
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