Affleck addressed the allegations when speaking to '' The New York Times '' in 2016 ; he stated : " It was settled to the satisfaction of all . I was hurt and upset — I am sure all were — but I am over it . It was an unfortunate situation — mostly for the innocent bystanders of the families of those involved . " Responding to some of the ongoing criticism he faced , Affleck said , " There 's really nothing I can do about it . Other than live my life the way I know I live it and to speak to what my own values are and how I try to live by them all the time . " Affleck pulled out of presenting the Best Actress Oscar at the 2018 ceremony
2018 ceremony
90th Academy Awards
Casey Affleck