OSCARS 2016: Host Chris Rock addresses the diversity debate in his opening speech

The Oscars host addresses the diversity debate within this years Acadmey Award nominees during his opening speech. Report by Lydia Batham.


In This Story: Chris Rock

Christopher Julius Rock is an American comedian, actor, television producer, and filmmaker. After working as a stand-up comedian and appearing in supporting film roles, Rock came to wider prominence as a cast member of Saturday Night Live in the early 1990s.

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