Spike Lee On Oscars Controversy: "I Have Never Used The Word Boycott"
Despite reports that Spike Lee would be boycotting the Academy Awards due to a lack of diversity, the famed director says he isn't boycotting the awards show, he is simply going to a Knicks basketball game instead.
Spike said on Good Morning America"I have never used the word boycott." The director, who received an honorary Oscar at the Governor's Ball in November, also said, "I am not going. My wife is not going. Everyone can do what they want."
When George Stephanopoulos asked Spike if he thinks Chris Brown should step down as host, the Do The Right Thing director said that he supports whatever decision Chris decides to make.
But not everyone is being so supportive. Tyrese Gibson, you know the model who acted in the Fast and Furious movies, spoke to People and says he's calling for Chris to step down from his hosting duties. We will see what the funnyman decides to do in this precarious situation!
In addition, George Clooney has come forward to weigh in on the matter, "I think African Americans have a point that the industry isn't representing them well enough."
We have a feeling more and more big names are going to tackle this hot topic in coming days ...
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