Comedian Conan O’Brien took charge of the Oscars stage on Sunday night, displaying a perfect blend of humor and confidence. As he strode onto the stage, he confidently told the audience to sit down before beginning his monologue. A nod to his co-star Demi Moore’s appearance in the Best Picture-nominated film The Substance, he referenced her work by emerging from a pre-recorded clip out of her back. O’Brien demonstrated his control over the stage with every move, which was no surprise given his extensive experience hosting late-night television shows for nearly three decades.
O’Brien’s background as a writer and interviewer has prepared him well to command an audience, making his performance feel like a veteran’s debut. According to Vikram Murthi, O’Brien is “one of our last classic entertainers.” The 63-year-old comedian proved this assertion as he effortlessly navigated the show, entertaining the crowd with his witty remarks and lighthearted humor.
Source: https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2025/03/oscars-2025-host-conan-obrien-opening/681897