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Trevor Noah to Close His Grammys Run With 2026 Ceremony
music1 month ago

Trevor Noah to Close His Grammys Run With 2026 Ceremony

Trevor Noah will host the 68th Grammys in 2026 for the sixth and final time, with CBS airing the ceremony February 1 from Crypto.com Arena; the show will move to ABC and Disney+ next year, with Disney holding rights through 2036. Noah—who began hosting in 2021—was praised by executive producer Ben Winston. Nominees include Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish, Rosé and Doechii, with performers to be announced.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#2026#cbs#grammys
entertainment8 months ago

John Mulaney Passes on 2024 Oscars Hosting

John Mulaney declined to host the 2024 Oscars due to a busy schedule and the extensive work involved, despite being flattered by the offer. He praised past hosts like Conan O’Brien and discussed his own Netflix talk show, 'Everybody’s Live with John Mulaney,' which he described as a unique, experimental project that was enjoyable but demanding. Mulaney also shared insights into his career and the challenges of hosting major awards shows.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#comedy#entertainment#hosting
Travis Kelce Diversifies with Hosting Gig for Amazon Game Show
entertainment1 year ago

Travis Kelce Diversifies with Hosting Gig for Amazon Game Show

Travis Kelce, Super Bowl champion tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, will host the new game show series "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?" for Prime Video, joining a roster of athletes turned game show hosts such as Michael Strahan, Aaron Rodgers, and Dwyane Wade. The show will feature adult contestants relying on famous faces to answer questions from an elementary school curriculum, aiming to win a $100,000 prize. Athletes' social appeal and comfort in media interactions make them well-suited for hosting game shows, as they expand their business efforts beyond sports.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#athletes#celebrities#entertainment
"Colin Jost Picks Top 'SNL' Host"
entertainment1 year ago

"Colin Jost Picks Top 'SNL' Host"

"Saturday Night Live" cast member Colin Jost praised actor Adam Driver for his exceptional performance at table reads as an "SNL" host, noting his ability to make interesting choices for sketches. Jost also mentioned comedian Melissa McCarthy's unique approach to table reads, where she would have sketches "mapped out" in her head before fully performing the characters on the show. Driver, who has hosted "SNL" four times, is on the verge of joining the prestigious Five-Timers Club.

via HuffPost|
#adam-driver#colin-jost#entertainment
"Jimmy Kimmel's Ongoing Feud with Trump: From Mocking to Potential Oscars Host"
entertainment1 year ago

"Jimmy Kimmel's Ongoing Feud with Trump: From Mocking to Potential Oscars Host"

Jimmy Kimmel, responding to Donald Trump's criticism, joked about possibly hosting the Oscars in 2025 after the former president's remarks. Kimmel has hosted the Oscars in the past and is considering returning for the 2025 event. He also poked fun at Trump's mistake and took a jab at Will Smith's Oscars incident, emphasizing that he made the decision to read Trump's post despite others advising against it.

via Deadline|
#comedy#donald-trump#entertainment
"Travis Kelce Set to Host Game Show Featuring Celebrities"
entertainment1 year ago

"Travis Kelce Set to Host Game Show Featuring Celebrities"

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is set to host a new game show called "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?" on Amazon's Prime Video, a spinoff of "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" The show will feature adult contestants relying on celebrities instead of fifth graders to answer 11 questions on various subjects for a chance to win $100,000. Kelce expressed excitement about hosting his first game show and bringing a new format with celebrities to the screen.

via The Athletic|
#amazon#are-you-smarter-than-a-celebrity#entertainment
Travis Kelce to Host Celebrity Game Show Spin-Off
entertainment1 year ago

Travis Kelce to Host Celebrity Game Show Spin-Off

Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce will host "Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?" on Amazon Prime, a spin-off of "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" featuring celebrities helping contestants answer 11 questions from an elementary curriculum, with a grand prize of $100,000. Kelce expressed excitement about the opportunity, citing his love for game shows, and this isn't his first hosting gig, having previously hosted "Saturday Night Live" and his own reality TV show.

via ESPN|
#amazon-prime#are-you-smarter-than-a-celebrity#entertainment
"2024 CMT Music Awards: Red Carpet Arrivals, Performances, and Highlights"
entertainment1 year ago

"2024 CMT Music Awards: Red Carpet Arrivals, Performances, and Highlights"

The 2024 CMT Music Awards will take place on Sunday, featuring performances from a variety of country music artists and cross-genre collaborations. Kelsea Ballerini will host the event, which will be broadcast live on CBS and available for streaming on Paramount+. Notable nominees include Cody Johnson, Jelly Roll, Kelsea Ballerini, Lainey Wilson, and Megan Moroney, with first-time nominees such as Hozier and Tyler Childers.

via USA TODAY|
#cmt-music-awards#country-music#entertainment
"Kelsea Ballerini Balances 'Goofy' and Serious Sides Hosting CMT Music Awards One Final Time"
entertainment1 year ago

"Kelsea Ballerini Balances 'Goofy' and Serious Sides Hosting CMT Music Awards One Final Time"

Kelsea Ballerini will be hosting the CMT Music Awards for the last time, expressing her excitement for new opportunities beyond hosting. She plans to focus on collaborating with new artists, exploring film and TV, and continuing to challenge herself creatively. Ballerini also discusses her upcoming album, her favorite moments from previous CMT shows, and her approach to fashion and music.

via Variety|
#cmt-music-awards#entertainment#future-plans
"Ryan Seacrest Takes Over 'Wheel of Fortune' as Pat Sajak Retires"
entertainment1 year ago

"Ryan Seacrest Takes Over 'Wheel of Fortune' as Pat Sajak Retires"

Ryan Seacrest discusses feeling the pressure of taking over as host of "Wheel of Fortune" from the legendary Pat Sajak, acknowledging that no one can replace Sajak but expressing his hope to do a great job. Seacrest, who will begin hosting the show in September 2024, admits to feeling nervous but believes his lifelong familiarity with the show has prepared him for the role. Pat Sajak announced his retirement last year after a four-decade run as host, with Seacrest set to take over for the 2024-25 season.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#entertainment#game-show#hosting
"Kristen Wiig's Return to SNL: Navigating the Five-Timers Club and New Cast Dynamics"
entertainment1 year ago

"Kristen Wiig's Return to SNL: Navigating the Five-Timers Club and New Cast Dynamics"

Kristen Wiig is set to join the exclusive "Five-Timers Club" as she hosts Saturday Night Live for the fifth time, reflecting on the moment in a promo with musical guest Raye and SNL star Bowen Yang. The trio promised more laughter for the upcoming show, with high expectations for Raye's British accent and some confusion over the meaning of "OG."

via Deadline|
#comedy#entertainment#hosting
"Insights from 'Jeopardy!' Producer Mike Richards on Firing and Resignation"
entertainment1 year ago

"Insights from 'Jeopardy!' Producer Mike Richards on Firing and Resignation"

Former 'Jeopardy!' executive producer Mike Richards breaks his silence on his controversial hiring and subsequent firing as host, attributing the backlash to public anger and a rush to judgment. He also discusses the audition process for the host role, praising Aaron Rodgers and endorsing Ken Jennings as a potential permanent host. Richards is now considering writing a book and continues to pitch new game shows but is not pursuing hosting roles.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#controversy#entertainment#hosting