Conan O'Brien Confirmed as 2026 Oscars Host

The comedian will return to host the 98th Academy Awards following critical acclaim and a five-year ratings high for the 2025 ceremony.

The Academy announced that Conan O'Brien will host the 98th Oscars on March 15, 2026, marking his second consecutive year in the role.
O'Brien received widespread praise for his 2025 hosting debut, which was credited with balancing humor and warmth while boosting viewership.
The 2025 Oscars achieved a five-year high in ratings, drawing 19.69 million viewers and strong engagement across social media platforms.
Producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan, along with Jeff Ross and Mike Sweeney, will return to lead the 2026 production team.
O'Brien humorously referenced Adrien Brody's record-breaking acceptance speech length in his announcement, continuing his signature comedic tone.