Jimmy Kimmel’s a glutton for punishment. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and ABC confirmed the late-night talk-show host has committed to hosting the 96th Oscars set to air live on ABC on March 10, 2024.
The upcoming Oscars will mark Kimmel’s second consecutive appearance as host and fourth time handling the hosting gig overall. (Kimmel hosted the 2023, 2017, and 2018 shows.) Emmy nominee Molly McNearney, executive producer and co-head writer on Jimmy Kimmel Live, is also returning for the second year in a row as executive producer.
“I always dreamed of hosting the Oscars exactly four times,” joked Kimmel.
“We are thrilled about Jimmy returning to host and Molly returning as executive producer for the Oscars. They share our love of movies and our commitment to producing a dynamic and entertaining show for our global audience,” said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang. “We are deeply grateful to Jimmy, Molly, and their teams for their incredible creativity and partnership and for going on this ride with us again.”
Nominees will be announced on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
“After his triumphant return to the Oscars stage last year, we are honored to have Jimmy back to guide us through one of the most beloved celebrations in entertainment. He is such a valuable member of our Disney family, and we could not be more appreciative of him and his entire team,” said Craig Erwich, president of ABC Entertainment, Hulu and Disney Branded Television Streaming Originals. “We are also grateful to have the multi-talented Molly back on the producing team, and we have no doubt that this year will be a spectacular night celebrating the biggest films of the year.”
