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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Lindsey Bahr

EXPLAINED: Conan o brien to return as oscars host in 2027 | Rare Historical Photos

Oscars-Conan O'Brien - (Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)

Conan O’Brien’s era as Oscars host is becoming a trilogy. The Emmy-winner and comedian will be back to host the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, film academy leaders said Tuesday.

O’Brien hosted the last two Oscar ceremonies to positive reviews. Earlier this year, in his opening monologue, he said he was “honored to be the last human host of the Academy Awards … Next year it’s going to be a Waymo in a tux.”

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