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Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney Decline Hosting 2025 Oscars
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- Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney have turned down the opportunity to host the 97th Academy Awards.
- Kimmel, 56, who has hosted the Oscars four times, declined due to a desire for a better work-life balance.
- His decision follows his previous hosting stints in 2017, 2018, 2023 and 2024.
- Mulaney, 41, known for his stand-up comedy, was the second choice but passed due to a possible upcoming tour.
- His popularity soared after hosting the Governors Awards earlier this year.
- Fans are now speculating about who will step up to host next year's Oscars, scheduled for March 2.
- Past non-Kimmel hosts include Regina Hall, Amy Schumer and Wanda Sykes, who co-hosted the awards in 2022.