Oscars “Crisis Team” in Place if Another Will Smith-Type Slap Happens

They want to be ahead of all drama.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AAMPA) will host a “crisis team” On standby for the 2023 Oscars, one year later Chris Rock is slapped by Will Smith In a shocking moment that was overshadowed by Hollywood’s biggest night.

Bill Kramer took over the CEO role at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on July 20,22. He has now revealed that the designated group will be ready to go at the March 12, ceremony in case things go wrong.

“We have a whole crisis team, something we’ve never had before, and many plans in place,” Kramer spoke to Time. “We’ve run many scenarios. So it is our hope that we will be prepared for anything that we may not anticipate right now but that we’re planning for just in case it does happen.”

Kramer stated to the outlet that Jimmy Kimmel, the telecast host, is a key component.

“Absolutely. And that’s why you want someone like Jimmy on stage who is used to dealing with live TV: Things don’t always go as planned,” He said. “So you have a host in place who can really pivot and manage those moments.”

One year ago “Men In Black” Smith, 54 year-old star, walked up to the stage and touched the 58-year old “Everybody Hates Chris” alum after he It was a joke About Smith’s wife Jada Pinkett Smith51-year old – and her bald hair.

Rock did not know Pinkett Smith suffered from a variety of ailments, according to reports. AlopeciaA disease that causes hair fall.

Smith was not charged until several days after the viral incident. Instead, he gave a A tearful acceptance speech His first Oscar win Sing along to his songs At an afterparty

Smith was ultimately suspended from the Academy for a period of 10 years.

The “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It” Rapper Publicly apologized Rock in July, claimed the “Grown Ups” The funnyman was “not ready” You can speak one-on-1 with him

Rock, however, has reportedly been Turned down opportunities — including a Super Bowl commercial alongside Smith and a tell-all interview with Oprah Winfrey — to publicly address the slap, instead reflecting on it Check out his comedy shows.

He was also asked to host the event this year, according to reports. Golden Globes And Oscars — but declined.

Janet Yang, President of Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, spoke at the luncheon for Oscar nominees this year about last year’s catastrophic disruption.

“I’m sure you all remember we experienced an unprecedented event at the Oscars,” She said that according to Variety.

“What took place onstage was totally unacceptable. The response from our company Yang stated that it was insufficient.

“We learned from this that the academy must be fully transparent and accountable in our actions — and particularly in times of crisis you must act swiftly, compassionately and decisively for ourselves and for our industry. You should and can expect no less from us going forward.”

Two-time Jimmy Kimmel hosts the Oscars The Dolby Theatre in Hollywood will host this year’s Awards Show live on ABC on March 12, 2008 at 8 PM EST.

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