Anthony Anderson Reveals He ‘Loves’ Oscars Host: Details – Hollywood Life

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2023 Academy awards Many fans will tune in to the ceremony to see if the drama goes down like last year’s event. Will Smith slap chris rockWith all the publicity surrounding next year’s show, Oscar officials are sure to tap in the right host to keep the ship running smoothly. declined the offer For work, another potential host, Anthony Andersonspoke exclusively hollywood life About the possibility of taking over the reins.

“This is a gig I would love to take.” dark The star said on the red carpet D23 Expo Anaheim, Calif. on Friday (September 9). “Whether they will come to me and offer it to me, or ask me to join the conversation, it remains to be seen. “

Anderson hasn’t stepped into the Oscars host role yet, but she’s had a little practice. In 2017, he took over as host of his post-Oscar-winning live special on ABC. Jimmy KimmelKimmel was promoted to host of that year’s Academy Awards.

Speculation that The Rock will lead the 2023 Oscars A slap was heard all over the world unfolded on stage. Having been a host in both 2016 and his 2005, Chris seemed like a natural choice, especially since he received a lot of attention after the incident. Even the president of ABC’s entertainment division Craig Erwich Chris mentioned the idea of ​​returning for a third hosting gig in May. deadlineHowever, during a stand-up routine in Phoenix at the end of August, Rock told the audience that he turned down the official offer.

Perhaps Smith’s slap was still on his mind when The Rock declined the position. It was quite the moment in Oscar history, as The Rock was presenting the award when he joked about Smith’s wife. Jada Pinkett Smithurge Smith jump to stage Slap Chris during a live broadcast. Despite the unprecedented spectacle, the show had a more positive historical moment. Regina Hall, Wanda Sykes, When Amy Schumer They were the first female trio to host a show together.