John Legend Not Ruling Out Oscar Hosting Gig
After getting rave reviews for their Christmas special, John Legend says that he and his wife Chrissy Teigen aren’t ruling out hosting the Oscars. “I feel like it’s a thankless job….
LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 09: John Legend poses in the press room during the 2018 Creative Arts Emmys at Microsoft Theater on September 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images)
Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty ImagesAfter getting rave reviews for their Christmas special, John Legend says that he and his wife Chrissy Teigen aren't ruling out hosting the Oscars.
"I feel like it's a thankless job. Nobody really wins from hosting the Oscars," Legend said.
He also said, "It doesn't really end up great for anybody...I'm not saying we're ruling it out."
The Academy had pegged Kevin Hart for hosting duties but after past homophobic tweets resurfaced, Hart stepped down.
A new host hasn't been named yet.
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