Conan O’Brien To Return As Oscars Host For Third Consecutive Year

May 13, (THEWILL) — Comedian Conan O’Brien will return as host of the Academy Awards in 2027, marking his third consecutive year leading the ceremony.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the news on Tuesday, May 12.

Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan will also return as executive producers.

O’Brien was widely praised for hosting the last two Oscars ceremonies.

The 99th Academy Awards will be held on March 14, 2027, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The ceremony will air live on ABC and stream on Hulu.

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