John Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel decline to host Oscars next year leaving fans devastated

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: John Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel have reportedly decided not to host the 97th Oscars which will be held on Sunday, March 2, in 2025.

Kimmel, who is an Oscars award veteran, passed on the proposal earlier this summer. But the reason behind it is not known, as reported by Variety.

John Mulaney reportedly said no to the Oscars due to his busy schedule

On the other hand, the busy schedule of Mulaney, who got widespread compliments for hosting the Governors Awards, has to be blamed for him turning down the gig.

It has been said that Netflix could renew his talk show ‘Everybody’s in LA’.

The actor was hailed online earlier this year for being the hilarious presenter during 2024’s Oscars as he gave the award for Best Sound.

Many people called it “Mulaney’s audition”. An X user tweeted, “This was John Mulaney’s audition, and he passed with flying colors. He should host next year and many years after that.”

Another user even went on to say, “If John Mulaney isn’t hired to host the Oscars next year, then literally what are we even doing here?”

Last month, Bill Kramer, Academy CEO, spoke about Kimmel and Mulaney with Variety.

He said, “We are lucky to have Jimmy [Kimmel], who helped create one of the best Oscars last year. John Mulaney also did an incredible job. All I will say is, with whomever hosts the show moving forward, we want to continue with this tone of celebration, respect, humor, and a great love of movies. We have some great options.”

Netizens send love to John Mulaney and Jimmy Kimmel as they demand Oscar duty

But Mulaney and Kimmel’s declination has hurt their fans.

Posting a meme about Mulaney, an X user tweeted, “GOD DAMN IT JOHN MULANEY.”

The second user commented, “They should force John Mulaney to do it anyways.”

The third one suggested, “John Mulaney. They’re saying he passed it up but figure out a way to get him in. If not let’s see Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively host together.”

“I'm now hearing John Mulaney turned it down which is devastating bc his Field of Dreams bit last year was extremely funny and charming. fingers crossed the muppets are offered the spot next,” the fourth user said.

A person on Facebook commented, “I think Jimmy Kimmel always does a great job.”

“Bummer, I like Jimmy. And John too,” another person remarked.

The third one wrote, “I was hoping John would do it. He was hilarious as a presenter last year.”

“Damn Mulaney’s bit at this year’s Oscars really made me want him to host,” the fourth person stated.

A Facebook user suggested, “Mullaney would have been good. Martin Short and Steve Martin would be great.”

Another user asserted, “Oh, get out of here. Jimmy Kimmel Live is the best Oscar's host ever. If I ever win an Oscar I'd want him to be the host. He's the absolute best.”

A comment read, “Noooo! I get it … but noooo !! Love you guys.”

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