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Following this year’s viral moment, Will Smith has officially resigned from the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Science!

“I will fully accept any and all consequences for my conduct. My actions at the 94th Academy Awards presentation were shocking, painful, and inexcusable,”’reads Will’s forwarded statement to the committee.

“The list of those I have hurt is long and includes Chris, his family, many of my dear friends and loved ones, all those in attendance, and global audiences at home. I betrayed the trust of the Academy.”

Will continues, “I deprived other nominees and winners of their opportunity to celebrate and be celebrated for their extraordinary work. I am heartbroken.”

“I want to put the focus back on those who deserve attention for their achievements and allow the Academy to get back to the incredible work it does to support creativity and artistry in film. So, I am resigning from membership in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and will accept any further consequences the board deems appropriate.”

Will concludes, “Change takes time and I am committed to doing the work to ensure that I never again allow violence to overtake reason.”

According to TMZ, The Academy they are scheduled to make a disciplinary decision in a few weeks.