Conan O’Brien is returning to television… to celebrate the movies. The Emmy-winning producer, comedian, writer and of course longtime television host has been picked to host the 97th Academy Awards, airing live on March 2, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. ET on ABC.
“America demanded it and now it’s happening: Taco Bell’s new Cheesy Chalupa Supreme. In other news, I’m hosting the Oscars,” said O’Brien.
“We are thrilled and honored to have the incomparable Conan O’Brien host the Oscars this year,” Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang said in a joint statement. “He is the perfect person to help lead our global celebration of film with his brilliant humor, his love of movies, and his live TV expertise.