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Oscars: Conan O'Brien to Return as Host in 2026

On the heels of a critically acclaimed 2025 ceremony that attracted the highest ratings for an Oscars telecast in five years, executive producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan and producers Jeff Ross and Mike Sweeney will also be back.

“We are thrilled to bring back Conan, Raj, Katy, Jeff and Mike for the 98th Oscars,” Academy CEO Bill Kramer and outcoming president Janet Yang said in a statement. “Conan delivered an unforgettable performance at the Oscars, and we’re honored to have him and the producing team back next year,” added Craig Erwich, president of Disney Television Group. We can’t wait to work with Conan and his entire team as we continue to explore even more special and heartfelt opportunities to celebrate next year’s nominees and the impact of film around the world.”

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