LL Cool J is Returning to Host the 2015 Grammy Awards

LL Cool J Returns as Grammy Host
LL Cool J (Photo Courtesy of CBS and the Recording Academy)

Actor/recording artist LL Cool J is ready to guide the Grammy Awards as host once again. CBS and The Recording Academy announced LL Cool J will handle the hosting gig for the fourth year in a row, and all told he’s hosted 10 Grammy-related shows and tributes.

The 2015 Grammy Awards will take place on February 8th at the Staples Center in LA. CBS will be airing the show at 8pm ET/PT.

“As both a GRAMMY-winning recording artist and an accomplished actor, LL COOL J’s wide range of talent, dynamic personality, and charismatic energy make him the perfect choice to host the GRAMMY Awards,” said Recording Academy President/CEO Neil Portnow. “His unique expertise allows him to set the right tone for the show and connect with everyone – from his musical peers to fans at home. We are honored to have him back.”

“I’m thrilled to again be part of Music’s Biggest Night,” added LL COOL J. “The performances and moments you see on the GRAMMY stage are nothing less than amazing throughout the years and this year’s show is shaping up to be one you will never forget.”

Also confirmed to take the stage are AC/DC, Eric Church, Common, Ariana Grande, Miranda Lambert, John Legend, Madonna, Ed Sheeran, Sam Smith, Usher, and Pharrell Williams who’ll be performing on the music industry’s biggest night.

Complete list of the 2015 Grammy Award nominees