Oscar 2026: host Conan O’Brien to return for round two
This year, after a successful first term as the Oscar hosting, the acclaimed writer, comedian and the late night TV host Conon O’Brien will once again host the Academy Awards next year.
After a win as the Oscar hosting this year, the author and the late night host Connon O’Brien is once again being planted by the academy for a glamorous gig.
Bill Kremer, CEO of the Academy, and Janet Yang, the Academy President, confirmed the news in a media statement, reading, “We are thrilled to bring back Connon, Raj, Katy, Jeff and Mike for the 98th Oscar! In the evening, we are thrilled to bring back CON, Raj, Katy, Jeff and Mike! In the evening with humor, warmth and Shraddha.
O’Brien commented, “The only reason for hosting Oscar next year is that I want to hear the Adrian Body finishing my speech.”
According to reports, Oscar winner Adrian Body, who achieved the best actor trophy, gave the longest speech in the history of the show. Body won the prestigious statue for its performance in acclaimed cruelists.
As far as this year’s Oscar is concerned, the 97th Academy Awards raised the highest audience in the last five years (19.69 million audiences).
The 98th Academy Awards will be streamful live on 15 March next year.