LOS ANGELES, CA -- Will Packer, the producer of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences OSCARS® announced to the press that the 94th OSCARS ® ceremony this year will be hosted by three women: Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes. "This year's show is all about uniting movie lovers. It's apropos that we've lined up three of the most dynamic, hilarious women with very different comedic styles" said Packer, "I know the fun Regina Amy and Wanda will be having will translate to our audience as well. Many surprises in store! Expect the unexpected! "We want people to get ready to have a good time. It's been a while," said the future hostess Hall, Schumer and Sykes. "We're invigorated by Will's vision for this year's Oscars celebrating movie lovers alongside movie maker and spotlight fan favorites that prove how cinema can unite us all," said Academy President David Rubin. Academy CEO Dawn Hudson added: "Hosting this star-studded party are three powerful funny women inviting us to laugh and cheer for the year's best and brightest in film.' "Imagine having one of the funniest women in comedy today hosting the Oscars. Now multiply that by three" said Craig Erwich, president, of Hulu Originals and ABC entertainment."Regina, Amy and Wanda are comedy powerhouses who will make history as the first female trio to host the biggest night in entertainment, and we're thrilled to have them at the helm to deliver and incredible show full of unforgettable moments and laughter."
Award-nominated Actor and producer Regina Hall will star in the "Master" on which she also served as executive producer. Hall is also the producer and star of "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul" She recently appeared in the series "Nine Perfect Strangers" and starred in the feature film "Girls Trip." Amy Schumer is and Emmy® Peabody and Critics Choice Award-winner comedian , actor, writer, producer and star of the upcoming comedy series "Life and Beth"
Schumer also starred in such features as "The Humans" "I Feel Pretty" and "Train Wreck" which he also wrote. Wanda Sykes is an Emmy-winning writer. comedian, actor and producer. She is a creator Executive producer, writer and star of the comedy series "The Upshaws"
She can be seen in the upcoming series "History of the World, Part II" Her credits also include the stand-up special "Wanda Sykes Not Normal," "The Other Two" and Monster-in -Law." The Oscars will AIR LIVE on Sunday March 27, 2022, on ABC at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and broadcast outlets worldwide. |
