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John Mulaney reveals why he rejected Oscars offer

The 42-year-old comedian admitted while he was "flattered" to be asked to front the Academy Awards in March, with four-time host Jimmy Kimmel turning down the offer to lead a fifth ceremony

John Mulaney Reveals Why He Turned Down Oscars Hosting Gig | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip

John Mulaney is explaining why he turned down an offer to host the Academy Awards. Ahead of the 2025 Oscars, it was reported that two comedians had passed on the gig with John being one of them. Conan O’Brien ended up hosting. Keep reading to find out more… “Well, I was very flattered. They came to me, must have been last summer. And I knew Jimmy Kimmel wasn’t gonna do it. And they offered it. And it was honestly that I had a lot going on. And i…

John Mulaney Explains Why He Declined Offer to Host 2024 Oscars

While appearing on Marc Maron’s 'WTF' podcast, the comedian addressed saying no to emceeing the awards show last year and talked changes he'd make for a second season of his Netflix talk show.

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