Conan O'Brien Hosts Oscars: Expect Laughs, Surprises

0:00What's up Durham? This is Durham News Today, bringing you the city's fastest updates on what is happening now. The 98th Academy Awards air this Sunday, March 15th, from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Conan O'Brien returns as host for the live broadcast on ABC at 7 p.m. Eastern Time, 4 p.m. Pacific, with streaming on Hulu. He's staying calm amid the prep chaos, calling it a fun challenge right up to show time. O'Brien has been hitting comedy clubs, even quirky spots like bowling alleys and car rental places to test his opening monologue. The surprise drop-ins get big laughs from crowds who don't expect them. He's thrilled about this year's contenders, praising films like sinners, one battle after another, Marty Supreme, and Bugonia for their variety and quality. With 24 categories and strong nominees, he sees a spectacular night ahead. Reflecting on last year, O'Brien rated his hosting a 15 on a scale of 1 to 10. He loved nailing small jokes, like one about Timothy Shalamet's bright suit, and hopes for more colorful outfits this time.

1:06Tune in for his T's singing and dancing as O'Brien jokes that America wants to see his body and motion during the show. This DNN story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly, built for nighttime listening, S-O-L-I, solelypillo.com.