Jon Stewart to Host 2006 Academy Awards

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Jon Stewart has been announced as the host for the 2006 Oscars, following his previous work at the Grammys in 2001 and 2002. He expressed his honor in taking on the role but humorously noted his disappointment, suggesting the choice seems like an attempt to replicate the success of previous host Billy Crystal. The discussion highlights a sentiment that the Oscars need a host who can genuinely bring humor to the event. There is also commentary on how "The Daily Show," known for its satirical take on news, will likely provide the most positive coverage of the Oscars, despite its comedic format. The show's audience is characterized as easy-going, left-leaning viewers who appreciate the blend of humor with real news stories.
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LOS ANGELES - First music. Now movies. Jon Stewart, who worked the Grammys in 2001 and 2002, was tapped Thursday to host the 2006 Oscars. "As a performer, I'm truly honored to be hosting the show," Stewart said, then joked: "Although, as an avid watcher of the Oscars, I can't help but be a little disappointed with the choice. It appears to be another sad attempt to smoke out Billy Crystal."
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Well they obviously aren't doing a good job of trying to make me watch :rolleyes:

They need someoen who's actually funny.
 
Good(Fake) news.Unfourntly the Daily show is going to be the only news show that's going to say somthing postive about the Oscars since the Daily show is going to get the best coverge of the Oscars and all news shows are going think that the Daily show is one of there compitors(Which is weird since the Daily show fake news...)
 
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Which is weird since the Daily show fake news...

They usually cover very real news stories, it's just that they do so in a joking and facetious manner. The show is aimed at easy going jocular left wingers who keep up with the news and can understand the context of the jokes.
 

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