Entertainment News

Oprah Winfrey & Steve Harvey Shoot Down Oscars Hosting Gig Prospect

Published on December 15, 2018
Majic ATL Featured Video
CLOSE
NBC's '75th Annual Golden Globe Awards' - Press Room

Source: Kevork Djansezian/NBC / Getty

Since Kevin Hart decided to decline the invitation from the Academy to host this years Oscars, a scramble has ensued to replace the comedic megastar. There are at least two people that can be crossed off the list of potential candidates, and you can read about why in this post from HotNewHipHop.com.

Via | HotNewHipHop

They ain’t rocking with the idea.

As most people know by now, Kevin Hart was set to host the Oscars. He seemed enthusiastic about the prospect but ultimately stepped down from the job after receiving criticism for his past tweets that were deemed homophobic. Finding a replacement for the comedian seems to be quite the feat since the ceremony’s organizers are said to be scrambling now. Many people have been named by the public as potential hosts including Oprah Winfrey and Steve Harvey who have both shot down the suggestion.

When asked about playing the role, Oprah smiled and seemed amused by the idea but her answer is clear. She responded with a cutting hand gestures and a simple “no.”

READ MORE

 

Oprah Winfrey & Steve Harvey Shoot Down Oscars Hosting Gig Prospect  was originally published on zhiphopcleveland.com

More from Majic 107.5 / 97.5 Atlanta
Close