Yes. Will Smith is currently banned from attending the Oscars and other Academy events for 10 years, with the ban running from 2022 through 2032.

What the ban means

  • The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences issued a 10‑year ban after Smith slapped Chris Rock during the 2022 ceremony.
  • The ban covers all Academy events, including the Oscars, both in person and virtual, until 2032.

Can he still win Oscars?

  • Will Smith can still be nominated for and win Oscars during this period; the restriction is on attendance, not eligibility.
  • He also resigned his Academy membership in 2022, so he no longer votes on the awards.

Latest context and ā€œtrending topicā€ angle

  • As of 2025, coverage of upcoming ceremonies still notes that Smith will not be allowed to attend the Oscars because the decade‑long ban remains in force.
  • Entertainment outlets and forums often revisit the incident around awards season, keeping ā€œis Will Smith banned from the Oscarsā€ a recurring trending search topic.

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