The Oscars will Rock in 2016!
Chris Rock will host the Oscars for a second time, the
Academy announced on Wednesday.
“I’m so glad to be hosting the Oscars,” the actor
said in a statement. “It’s great to be back.”
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Chris previously hosted the 77th Oscars in 2005.
“Chris Rock is truly the MVP of the entertainment
industry,” producers David Hill and Reginald Hudlin said. “Comedian,
actor, writer, producer, director, documentarian – he’s done it all. He’s
going to be a phenomenal Oscar host!”
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Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs added, “We share
David and Reggie’s excitement in welcoming Chris, whose comedic voice has
really defined a generation. He is certain to bring his amazing array of
talents to this year’s show.”
The 88th Academy Awards will be broadcast live on Sunday, February 28, 2016.
— Jesse Spero
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