Conan O’Brien Confirmed as Host for 99th Academy Awards
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced that Conan O’Brien will return as host for the 99th Annual Academy Awards ceremony. The event is scheduled for March 14, 2027, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. This will be O’Brien’s third consecutive year leading the prestigious awards show.
Following largely positive feedback from his previous performances, the Academy has retained O’Brien’s services. Previous monologues, including one referencing his role as the “last human host of the Oscars,” have been well-received. Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan will continue in their roles as executive producers, alongside O’Brien.
Bill Kramer, head of the Academy, and Lynette Howell Taylor expressed enthusiasm for the team’s continued leadership. They lauded O’Brien’s humor and energy, anticipating a dynamic and engaging evening. Recent Academy Awards ceremonies have seen an increase in viewership, a trend the organizers are keen to maintain.
The confirmation of Conan brien as host underscores the Academy’s commitment to a lively and entertaining awards presentation.
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