It’s official, Chris Rock will return as host of the Oscars next year. This means the show won’t be as boring as it’s been recently.
Reports Variety:
Chris Rock has been confirmed as host of the 88th Academy Awards, producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin announced on Wednesday.
Variety reported on Tuesday that the comedian was in serious talks to return to the awards show. He previously hosted the Oscars in 2005.
“Chris Rock is truly the MVP of the entertainment industry,” said Hill and Hudlin. “Comedian, actor, writer, producer, director, documentarian — he’s done it all. He’s going to be a phenomenal Oscar host!”
The veteran comedian takes over as MC after Neil Patrick Harris hosted last year’s telecast, which drew the show’s lowest ratings in six years — down 16% from the previous year’s show.
Rock also said he was thrilled about his upcoming sophomore stint as host. “I’m so glad to be hosting the Oscars,” Rock said. “It’s great to be back.”
The Oscars air from Hollywood’s Dolby Theater Feb. 28.
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