Jimmy Kimmel (56) will probably not return as Oscar presenter in 2025. Comedian John Mulaney (41) is also said to have refused to appear at the important film awards ceremony. This was reported by various American media such as the industry portal “Variety” consistent.
Who will host next year’s Oscars?
Kimmel has hosted the Oscars four times, most recently this year. Earlier this summer, the host of the show “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” decided to step down as moderator. John Mulaney, who hosted the Academy’s 14th Governors Awards in January, was reportedly approached to replace him, but also declined, citing a busy schedule.
It is not yet clear who will attend the 97th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theater on Sunday, March 2, 2025 Hollywood will lead. Kimmel hosted the event in 2017 and 2018 before going hostless from 2019 to 2021. Regina Hall (53), Wanda Sykes (60) and Amy Schumer (43) were presenters at the 2022 ceremony. Kimmel returned in 2023. His performance in 2024 scored according to People With 19.5 million viewers, the show’s highest ratings in four years.
He had the magazine in his hands the preparations for the ceremony last year said: “The big challenge is to keep the show going at all times. So it’s about choosing your spot and showing up when you’re needed and staying out of the picture when you’re not.”
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