Oscars 2016: Chris Rock has rewritten his script to reference #OscarsSoWhite
The comedian is set to host the awards ceremony
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Chris Rock may not be boycotting the Oscars but that doesn’t mean he won’t be acknowledging the fact that, for the second year in a row, every actor nominated for an award is white.
It has been revealed by the Academy Awards producer that the comedian will definitely be talking about #OscarsSoWhite, a controversy that has dominated recent interviews with film stars.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Reginald Hudlin stressed the ceremony will continue with Rock hosting, adding that the previously finished script will be rewritten to poke fun at the Academy.
“You should expect [#OscarsSoWhite jokes],” Hudlin told ET.
“And, yes, the Academy is ready for him to do that. They’re excited about him doing that. They know that’s what we need. They know that’s what the public wants, and we deliver what the people want.”
When confronted with questions about the Oscars after leaving a night club by TMZ, Rock remained silent about still hosting.
Actors who have commented on the controversy include Danny DeVito, Jada Smith and Reese Witherspoon.
Meanwhile, SNL poked fun at the controversy in a brilliant sketch over the weekend.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments