Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman in Talks to Join the 2025 Oscars’ Unique Hosting Plans

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – FEBRUARY 28: Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds attends “The Adam Project” New York Premiere on February 28, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
After the massive success of Deadpool & Wolverine, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman have become the hottest duo in Hollywood, mainly because their dynamic was not just a part of the movie's script. The actors’ chemistry and witty banter, beyond the blockbuster film, were also evident in their interactions during the promotional tour and interviews- thanks to their months of hard work in PR. Now, as the Academy searches for the right person- or people- to host their big night, it looks like the Deadpool & Wolverine duo is its top pick.
As per a new report, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman are about to join a star-studded lineup to host the 2025 ceremony.
The Academy is eyeing Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman for hosting
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This time, instead of having just one host, the Oscars are reportedly thinking about bringing in multiple stars. This format would include several appearances, stunts, and musical performances from the celebrities. And according to a report from Puck News, besides Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, Amy Poehler, Dwayne Johnson, Will Ferrell, Cynthia Erivo, and Ariana Grande are among the names the Oscars have reached out to for this exciting idea.

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WREXHAM, WALES – AUGUST 05: Co-owner of Wrexham Football Club Ryan Reynolds (l) chats to Hugh Jackman during the Sky Bet League Two match between Wrexham and Milton Keynes Dons at Stok Cae Ras stadium on August 05, 2023 in Wrexham, Wales. (Photo by Malcolm Couzens/Getty Images)
In July, Jimmy Kimmel announced that he would not be returning to host the Oscars in 2025, leaving the hosting spot wide open. And since then, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman have been the most talked-about potential Oscar hosts. Earlier this year, an insider from In Touch Weekly claimed, "Hugh and Ryan- as a team- are at the top of the Oscars’ wish list". However, there might be a catch.
Having Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman host the Oscars might take a huge bite out of the Academy’s budget.
Can the Oscars afford Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman?
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Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman might need a hefty paycheck to bring their star power to the show, especially after the billion-dollar magic they pulled this year. The same insider from In Touch Weekly pointed out, “Hugh and Ryan are major movie stars” and might therefore not come cheap. However, the Academy may just meet their financial demands, as Reynolds could deliver a “multimedia advertising bonanza”.

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HOLLYWOOD, CA – MARCH 12: Oscar statues, backstage at the 95th Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre on March 12, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
The Academy knows that having Hugh Jackman and Reynolds on board would turn the awards show into global news once again. The insider estimated a “seven-figure payday” for this hosting pair while mentioning the natural talents these two stars bring to the table, saying, ”Like Hugh, Ryan has serious singing and dancing chops and isn’t afraid to make a fool of himself”. It is clear that Reynolds and Jackman could inject some serious charm into the Oscars like never before, and even the Oscar insiders know that.
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Edited By: Aliza Siddiqui
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