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Will Smith Was Name-Dropped At The Oscars 2026 Despite Still Being Banned

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The Oscars 2026 included a mention of Will Smith, even though the actor is currently banned by the Academy. Here's how and why it happened.
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Will Smith Was Name-Dropped At The Oscars 2026 Despite Still Being Banned

The Oscars 2026 included a mention of Will Smith, even though the actor is currently banned by the Academy. Here's how and why it happened.

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ScreenRant broke the news in Montreal, Canada on Monday, March 16, 2026.
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