Conan O’Brien reveals joke he won’t make hosting Oscars — and it’s going to be controversial
By Daniel Farr
Published on March 14, 2026.
Conan O'Brien, a longtime late-night host and host of the Oscars, has revealed that he plans to walk the comedic tightrope without tipping into anger or politics. He also mentioned that he scrapped a joke about a Best Picture nominee after realizing it fell flat. The show will also feature a tribute to filmmaker Rob Reiner, which he hopes will anchor the show with a mix of humor and heartfelt moments.
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