Conan O’Brien has been confirmed to return as the host of the Oscars for the upcoming 2026 awards ceremony. The decision follows his previous successful stint and aims to bring back the humor and excitement to the prestigious event. O’Brien humorously noted that one of his motivations for hosting again is to finally hear Adrien Brody finish his speech. The 98th Academy Awards will also see the return of producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan, ensuring a familiar team at the helm of the iconic ceremony.