John Mulaney Declines Oscars Hosting Due to Busy Schedule

John Mulaney revealed on Marc Maron's WTF podcast that he turned down an offer to host the Oscars due to his busy schedule and the extensive preparation required for the role. He expressed being flattered by the invitation, which came after Jimmy Kimmel declined to host the ceremony again. Conan O'Brien ultimately hosted the 2025 Oscars, and Mulaney praised his performance, saying O'Brien was not only funny but elevated the show significantly. Mulaney also discussed his Netflix talk show, describing it as a unique and experimental variety show that has been demanding but enjoyable. He indicated there were plans for more episodes and that they were still figuring out the future of the show. Overall, Mulaney's decision was grounded in timing and workload rather than reluctance toward the Oscars themselves.