Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney both turn down Academy Awards host gig... Who should MC? (2024)

Both Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney have reportedly turned down offers to host the Academy Awards next year.

Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney both turn down Academy Awards host gig... Who should MC? (1)

Jimmy Kimmel will not return as host for next year’s Academy Awards, reportedly turning down the offer to give his fifth go at the gig. Not only that, but John Mulaney is also out, having also been sought after by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.

As per Puck, Kimmel told the Academy that he would not return just this summer, opening the stage for any number of potential hosts. Kimmel, of course, has been one of the most popular hosts in recent years, leading in 2017, 2018, 2023, and last year. For the record, Kimmel would tie Johnny Carson if he hosts again, although that still pales Billy Crystal’s nine and Bob Hope’s record 19.

So, what about John Mulaney as host of the Academy Awards? After his hilarious stint as the MC of the Governors Awards, Mulaney was quickly thrust into the conversation. But he might be too busy, also rejecting the offer. He had previously said he would consider it, although the air might be too stuffy. “I hosted the Governors Awards, and I really had fun doing that. I will say: I’m open to whatever. I personally have an affinity for [something lower key]. It’s so fun to try to do your absolute best at not the biggest award show, like the Spirit Awards or Governors Awards. They’re just a little more relaxed and casual. Going in and trying to have a sh*tload of fun is a great feeling.”

There are a number of avenues to consider taking as far as who the host of the 97th Academy Awards will be. They could certainly go with a past favorite like Chris Rock, who hosted in 2005 and 2016, although whether he’s comfortable returning to the Dolby Theatre seems unlikely for a while considering he turned down the job last year. The Academy could also go with no host, as they did for three consecutive years in 2019-2021.

But nixing the host seems like a poor decision, as that spot is tradition and one of the draws of the ceremony. More than likely we will hear something about the hosting gig sometime in the fall, the time frame in which it’s been announced as of late. The 97th Academy Awards will take place on March 2nd.

Who do you think should host the 97th Academy Awards?

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Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney both turn down Academy Awards host gig... Who should MC? (2024)

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Will John Mulaney host the Oscars? ›

Jimmy Kimmel, John Mulaney both turn down hosting 2025 Oscars: Report - ABC7 Los Angeles.

What is Jimmy Kimmel doing now? ›

He is the host and executive producer of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, a late-night talk show, since 2003.

How many times has Jimmy Kimmel hosted the Oscars? ›

Kimmel has been a good corporate soldier for The Walt Disney Company, hosting the Oscars four times – 2017, 2018, 2023 and 2014 – as well as the Emmys three times.

Who was the host of last years Oscars? ›

2018: Jimmy Kimmel. 2017: Jimmy Kimmel. 2016: Chris Rock. 2015: Neil Patrick Harris.

Who hosted the Oscars more? ›

Before his passing, Bob Hope hosted the Oscars an impressive 19 times. He hosted the show long before it was even televised, taking the stage for the first time at the 12th Academy Awards in 1940. He then hosted the award ceremony's first televised event in 1953 and its first broadcast in color in 1966.

What comedian hosted the 2014 Oscars? ›

Ellen DeGeneres

The comedian and talk show host wasn't met with the fondest reception when she hosted the ceremony in 2007. But her 2014 return was a much tighter affair, and was instrumental in reconfiguring the Oscars for social media age. DeGeneres was a consummate luvvie and kept the humour low-key and respectful.

Who hosted the 2003 Oscars? ›

75th Academy Awards
Hosted bySteve Martin
Preshow hostsJann Carl Chris Connelly Jim Moret Shaun Robinson
Produced byGilbert Cates
Directed byLouis J. Horvitz
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Who was the host of the Oscars in 1987? ›

59th Academy Awards
DateMarch 30, 1987
SiteDorothy Chandler Pavilion Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Hosted byChevy Chase, Goldie Hawn and Paul Hogan
Produced bySamuel Goldwyn Jr.
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