Report: Chris Rock Said He Denied Offer To Host 2023 Oscars

Chris Rock was asked to host the next Oscars, despite the infamous slap incident with Will Smith at the previous awards show. Rock compared returning to host to a controversial analogy, indicating he won't host. The Oscars seem to seek drama for ratings. Meanwhile, Will Smith is banned from the Oscars for a decade and is keeping a low profile.

What was Chris Rock asked to do for the next year's Oscars?

• Perform a comedy skit

• Host the event

• Attend as a guest

• Present an award

What incident is Chris Rock associated with from the previous Oscars?

• Making a controversial joke

• Receiving a slap from Will Smith

• Winning an award

• Hosting the event

How did Chris Rock compare hosting the Oscars again?

• Like OJ Simpson's wife returning to a restaurant

• Like winning a lottery

• Like a dream come true

• Like a walk in the park

What is the Academy's perceived interest according to the transcript?

• Promoting new talent

• Avoiding controversies

• Creating drama for ratings

• Focusing on art

What is Will Smith's current status regarding the Oscars?

• He is hosting next year

• He is banned for a decade

• He is attending as a guest

• He is nominated for an award