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Jon Stewart, Chris Rock & Amy Schumer Among Favorites to be 2025 Oscars Host
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Key Highlights:
- Jon Stewart favorite to host 2025 Oscars (20% implied probability).
- Chris Rock (16.7%) among favorites to host again following Will Smith incident.
- Amy Schumer (10%) is the most likely female host according to oddsmakers.
Odds to Host 2025 Oscars
- Jon Stewart +400 (20.0%)
- Chris Rock +500 (16.7%)
- Hugh Jackman +650 (13.3%)
- Conan O’Brien +800 (11.1%)
- Trevor Noah +800 (11.1%)
- Amy Schumer +900 (10.0%)
- Regina Hall +900 (10.0%)
- Jo Koy +1200 (7.7%)
- Ellen DeGeneres +1400 (6.7%)
- Kevin Hart +1600 (5.9%)
- Kristen Wiig +1600 (5.9%)
- Maya Rudolph +1600 (5.9%)
- Seth MacFarlane +1600 (5.9%)
- Wanda Sykes +1600 (5.9%)
- Ricky Gervais +2000 (4.8%)
- Billy Crystal +2500 (3.8%)
- Steve Martin +2500 (3.8%)
- Whoopi Goldberg +2500 (3.8%)
- Neil Patrick Harris +3300 (2.9%)
Jon Stewart Set for 2025 Oscars Gig?
As the 2025 Oscars draw nearer, speculation about who will host the prestigious event is heating up. Leading the pack is Jon Stewart, who, with a 20% implied probability, is the favorite according to our expert oddsmakers. Stewart, a beloved host who has helmed the Oscars twice before, is known for his sharp wit and engaging presence, making him a popular choice among fans and critics alike.
Chris Rock Back in to Host Again?
Close on his heels is Chris Rock, with a 16.7% implied probability. Rock, who has also hosted the Oscars twice, might draw more viewers this time around, thanks to the lingering curiosity from his recent incident with Will Smith. His potential return as host is creating quite a buzz, as fans wonder how he might address the controversy in his typically humorous style.
Amy Schumer Most Likely Female Host
In the mix, with a 10% implied probability, is Amy Schumer, the most likely female host. Schumer, who co-hosted the Oscars once before, brings a fresh and edgy perspective to the stage. Her candid and often bold humor has garnered a significant following, and many are excited about the possibility of her taking on the role solo this time.
Other Potential Hosts Include Hugh Jackman, Conan O’Brien and Jo Koy
The odds list is filled with other notable names as well. Hugh Jackman, who has hosted once before and was a popular choice, sits at +650 with a 13.3% implied probability. Conan O’Brien and Trevor Noah both stand at +800, each with an 11.1% chance, reflecting their strong fan bases and proven hosting abilities.
Other contenders include Regina Hall, who co-hosted once and shares the same odds as Schumer at +900, and Jo Koy, who recently hosted the Golden Globes, with a 7.7% implied probability. Ellen DeGeneres, another seasoned host, is at +1400, with a 6.7% chance of returning.
Further down the list, Kevin Hart, Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Seth MacFarlane, and Wanda Sykes all have +1600 odds, each with a 5.9% chance. Ricky Gervais, known for his sharp-tongued humor at the Golden Globes, has a 4.8% chance at +2000, though he has previously expressed reluctance about hosting the Oscars.
