Will Smith could lose his Best Actor Oscar tomorrow

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The full Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Pictures and Sciences is meeting tomorrow morning to determine what disciplinary action Will Smith should face for assaulting presenter Chris Rock. He could lose his Best Actor Oscar or be suspended/expelled from the Academy. Bill Cosby and Roman Polanski were expelled after they were convicted of sexual assault and Harvey Weinstein was expelled for 'sexually predatory behavior and workplace harassment'. Smith apologized to his fellow nominees and the guests at the ceremony while delivering his acceptance speech. He apologized to Chris Rock yesterday. The Academy issued a statement condemning his actions and announcing an emergency meeting tomorrow to review the situation. As I wrote yesterday I really don't have any big opinion on the incident. Chris Rock was doing his job as a comedian and delivered a joke, albeit on in poor taste considering Jada's medical condition is widely known. Will Smith reacted inappropriately, embarrassed himself, and eventually apologized. The Academy issued a statement about the situation. I don't see what further action needs to be taken. It would be a shame for Will Smith to lose his Oscar or be suspended/expelled from the institution. He didn't rape or sexually assault anyone. He just smacked someone in the face.