[Boudica]

I think celebrities should consider the state of security at these types of events. It seems that the security is far too passive, and both events like the VMA in 2009 with Kanye West snatching Taylor's microphone, and this event where Will Smith was able to assault Chris Rock, show that there is a lack of protection for these important figures. In both events, security or event organizers could have come on stage to try to prevent the situation from escalating further but they just stayed put where they were.

It shouldn't have to come to the point where security Intervention Is required at such a huge event. It's not an 18th birthday party with drunken louts.

The calibre of actors to the likes of Will Smith, should well and truly know better and act with total respect towards others.

If the audience was full of members of the general public, I might agree. Fans can go wild and try things they shouldn't. However, the room was full of people who would be considered peers, or on the same level of fame (etc) as the hosts. With this in mind, why would you think security is needed? Surely the threat of losing your career would be more effective than some burly men standing near the stage. This could also put out a bad image for the Oscars.

When primary schools need armed guards outside the school, parents are unlikely to want their children to go there, as that signifies it's dangerous. This mindset applies elsewhere too.