John Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel Both Turned Down Hosting the 2025 Oscars

John Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel Both Turned Down Hosting the 2025 Oscars

As a seasoned gamer who’s spent countless hours navigating the labyrinth of Hollywood through various games and movies, I can’t help but feel a pang of disappointment at the news that both Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney have turned down the chance to host the Academy Awards next year.


As a passionate gamer and an avid fan of the film industry, I can tell you that the Academy Awards mark a significant milestone in Hollywood. Being chosen to host this prestigious event is both an honor and a challenge. While the prospect may seem intimidating, it opens up a world of opportunities for comedic brilliance – that is, if there’s actually a host. Sometimes, the ceremony goes without one, or actors step up to the plate, which, let’s be honest, didn’t quite work out when Anne Hathaway and James Franco were at the helm during the Oscars a few years back. The Academy prefers to secure their host well in advance, but it seems that two names have been crossed off the list already. One is a seasoned presenter with an impressive four appearances under their belt, while the other gained favor following a side-splitting skit during this year’s ceremony.

According to reports, neither Jimmy Kimmel nor John Mulaney will be hosting the Academy Awards next year. Jimmy Kimmel, who has hosted the event four times before, declined the offer earlier this summer. The organizers of the Oscars then approached Mulaney after Kimmel’s decline. During his appearances this year, Mulaney won over the audience with his humor, causing a buzz on social media about him hosting the next event. However, it seems that Mulaney had to turn down the opportunity due to his packed schedule, which includes the potential renewal of Netflix’s “Everybody’s in L.A.”

Jimmy Kimmel Is Moving On

John Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel Both Turned Down Hosting the 2025 OscarsJohn Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel Both Turned Down Hosting the 2025 OscarsJohn Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel Both Turned Down Hosting the 2025 OscarsJohn Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel Both Turned Down Hosting the 2025 Oscars

As a dedicated fan, I’ve always looked forward to Jimmy Kimmel gracing our screens as a reliable host, especially during this year’s show. Interestingly enough, he’s tied with Whoopi Goldberg and Jack Lemmon for the fourth-most times hosting the Academy Awards. Just behind him are Johnny Carson, who charmed audiences five times, Billy Crystal, who dazzled Hollywood’s elite on nine occasions, and the legendary Bob Hope, who reigned supreme as the undisputed king of Oscars hosts with an impressive 19 ceremonies under his belt.

Many people found it surprising that Jimmy Kimmel declined the offer, given that ABC, where the ceremony will be broadcast, hosts his show “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and he is often seen as a cooperative team member in such events. The hosting role typically invites increased public scrutiny, especially when humor falls flat or the program lacks a smooth flow. However, this isn’t a common challenge for Kimmel. In recent years, he has openly expressed his desire for more family time and less work commitment, which explains why stand-in hosts have been filling in on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” during the summer as he takes some well-deserved breaks.

Mulaney has mentioned before that he’s willing to host the Oscars, but with his current schedule, it’s becoming more challenging for him to make that commitment. At this year’s Governors Awards, he demonstrated an engaging sense of humor as the host, but hosting an event like the Oscars requires extensive planning, which might be too time-consuming for Mulaney considering his numerous upcoming stand-up shows. These engagements are reportedly lucrative for the comedian.

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2024-07-30 20:31