Jimmy Kimmel to Host 89th Oscars

Jimmy Kimmel confirmed on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” that he will host the 89th Oscars(R) to be broadcast live on Oscar(R) Sunday, February 26, 2017, on the ABC Television Network. This is Kimmel’s first time hosting the global telecast.

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“I am honored to have been chosen to host the 89th and final Oscars,” said Kimmel.

“Jimmy’s ability to connect with people is what makes him a singular choice for this job,” said producers Michael De Luca and Jennifer Todd. “His frank observations, relatable persona, wry humor and love of all kinds of film make him a natural fit for the Oscars stage.”

“Jimmy has the qualities of all the great hosts,” said Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs. “He knows who he is, he knows the audience and he knows how to captain a ship with many moving parts. We’re thrilled he has agreed to host our show.”

“The Oscars are in great hands with Jimmy,” said Academy CEO Dawn Hudson. “He is razor sharp, funny, and unpredictable, and has proven himself a master of live event television, which is perfect for our audience around the world.”

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