Ken Jeong is literally desperate to host the Oscars

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Since Kevin Hart stepped down as the host of the 2019 Oscars, there’s been much chatter online about who will replace him — or if the show will be hostless.

But, if the Academy is in fact going to keep the 91-year tradition of having a host alive, they need not look any further than Ken Jeong.

Speaking to Seth Meyers on Late Night, the Crazy Rich Asians star said that he’s actually desperate for the gig. 

“If I do not become the host of the Oscars, I will consider not only my career but my life a failure,” Jeong joked. 

Only if you promise to do Mr. Chow, Ken.  Read more…

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