The always awesome Nikki Finke's Deadline Hollywood has broken the news that Hugh Jackman has been approached to host the Oscars ... and said no, because he will be filming the next Wolverine movie (Really? We need another one? Even if it is directed by Darren Aronofsky, I just don't need another Wolverine movie.) So, who will host the biggest show in show biz?
I can't imagine Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin will be all that excited to be second choices, so let's rule them out.
Jon Stewart is super hot right now, but his two tours of duty led to the lowest Oscar ratings EVER.
David Letterman probably isn't even allowed to watch the Oscars after his turn at bat.
Jay Leno is not cool and hip enough.
Jerry Seinfeld has always been mentioned as a dream host, but I fear his time has passed. Maybe 10 years ago, that would have been awesome, but I can't get as excited today.
I am going to go out on a very large limb and predict ... CONAN O'BRIEN!!!!!
Conan showed great ability when he was the host of the Emmys, everyone still supports him after the Leno/Tonight Show fiasco, and it would be a grand return to the days of when Johnny Carson hosted the Oscars.
Imagine that - the Oscars return to tradition, while also showcasing a modern comedian at the top of his game.
