As the 2026 Oscars approach, the fallout from the now-infamous onstage moment between Will Smith and Chris Rock still lingers in Hollywood.

The Academy has banned several high-profile stars from the prestigious Hollywood event over the years including actors Will Smith adn Richard Gere

From host gossip to the infamous Will Smith slap, we've put together an A-list collection of Academy Awards-related investigations.

Smith was banned from the annual ceremony for years following the viral 2022 incident.

The 98th Academy Awards takes place in Hollywood on Sunday 15th March and there's always plenty of drama regardless of who wins.

Will Smith to Bill Cosby, several popular actors and filmmakers have been banned or expelled by the Academy. Ahead of Oscars 2026, check who are they.

The Academy Awards remain one of Hollywood’s most prestigious celebrations, honouring the finest achievements in cinema each year. Yet the glamour of the Oscars has occasionally been overshadowed by controversy.

While Will Smith faces an Oscars ban, Jada Pinkett Smith's journey from Baltimore to Hollywood highlights resilience. She views the infamous slap as a catalyst, revealing their enduring partnership despite past separations.