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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Independent Staff

Who is hosting the 2026 Oscars ceremony?

Oscars Adrien Brody Anne Hathaway Chris Evans Gwyneth Paltrow Javier Bardem Kieran Culkin Matt Berry Paul Mescal Priyanka Chopra Jonas
  • Conan O'Brien is will be hosting the Oscars for a second consecutive year.
  • His previous hosting stint was well-received, contributing to a slight ratings increase with nearly 20 million viewers.
  • Paul Mescal will join a list of presenters including Gwyneth Paltrow, Robert Downey Jr, Anne Hathaway, Will Arnett, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas.
  • Adrien Brody, Javier Bardem, Kieran Culkin, and Chris Evans are among those previously announced as Oscar presenters.
  • Toast of London and What We Do in the Shadows star Matt Berry, famed for his theatrical, baritone voice, will also serve as the announcer for the ceremony.
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