Conan O'Brien Returns for a Third Consecutive Year as Oscar Host in 2027

For the third year in a row, comedian Conan O'Brien will take center stage as the host of the 2027 Oscars. The announcement was made by Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Lynette Howell Taylor. Alongside O'Brien, producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan will return for their fourth consecutive year, and Jeff Ross and Mike Sweeney, the latter also serving as a writer, will be back for a third time.

Kramer and Howell Taylor expressed their enthusiasm about continuing the partnership with this team known for creating captivating and heartfelt shows. They look forward to O'Brien's humor and leadership in celebrating the global film community. Craig Erwich, President of Disney Television Group, highlighted O'Brien's unique comedic talent that brings unmatched energy to Hollywood's biggest night.

Producers Kapoor and Mullan praised O'Brien's warm and generous spirit, which resonates throughout the Oscars broadcast. O'Brien, celebrated for his late-night talk shows and writing for iconic series like 'Saturday Night Live' and 'The Simpsons,' will bring his award-winning charm to the 99th Oscars on March 14, 2027, at Dolby Theatre.

(With inputs from agencies.)