Will Smithhas issued a public apology toChris Rockafterslapping the comedianon stage at the 94thAcademy Awardson Sunday night.
“My behavior at last night’s Academy Awards was unacceptable and inexcusable.
I was out of line and I was wrong.
Will Smith; Chris Rock.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic; Al Seib /A.M.P.A.S. via Getty Images
I am embarrassed and my actions were not indicative of the man I want to be.
There is no place for violence in a world of love and kindness.”
I am a work in progress."
According to the LAPD, Rockdeclined to press chargesagainst Smith.
Read Smith’s full statement below.
