As the biggest names in Hollywood gear up for the prestigious awards ceremony, let's take a deep dive into why Jimmy Kimmel is stepping back from the show.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, he gave the longest acceptance speech in Oscars history,” he said of the actor.
Kimmel explained that both the Oscars and an earthquake took place in Los Angeles on Sunday night, noting, "Due to the enormous amounts of Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Botox not
Jimmy Kimmel wasn’t letting Kelly Ripa get off easy. Ripa and Mark Consuelos traded in their co-host duties for guest duties on Thursday night (Feb. 27), joining Kimmel on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to discuss Live with Kelly and Mark‘s After The Oscars Show.
The Academy Awards 2025 took place in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 2. Jimmy Kimmel, a popular host for the award show, gave it a miss this year. But he did not forget to bring his own analysis, with a joke on Adrian Brodys speech.
That's why over 60 people (and a cartoon character) have hosted the Oscars, and Billy Crystal has overseen the show nine times. Jimmy Kimmel has hosted four times, and Steve Martin has done it three times. If you're wondering who has been the host in the last 25 years, don't worry. We've got you covered.