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Conan O'Brien to return as host for the Academy Awards 2027

Writer: Heidi Hsia

Conan O'Brien to host the Oscars for a third straight year

Conan O'Brien to host the Oscars for a third straight year

14 May - Conan O'Brien has been announced as the host for next year's Academy Awards, making it his third consecutive time hosting the prestigious awards.

The news was shared by ABC on 12 May on social media, writing, "The trilogy event Hollywood's been waiting for. Conan O'Brien returns to host the Oscars LIVE on Sunday, March 14, 2027."

O'Brien's producers Jeff Ross and Mike Sweeney will also return as producers for the third time.

Conan O'Brien hosted for the second time back in March

Conan O'Brien hosted for the second time back in March

"We are thrilled to be working again with Conan, Raj, Katy, Jeff and Mike for the 99th Oscars," said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy president Lynette Howell Taylor in a joint statement. "They are an incredible team and have produced such captivating, entertaining and heartfelt shows over the last two years."

"We are so grateful for their ongoing partnership as we honour our global film community - and we look forward to Conan superbly leading the celebration with his brilliance and humour."

O'Brien gained praise for his work hosting the Oscars back in March, as he returned for the second time.

Cinema Online, 14 May 2026

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