During The Daily Show’s Emmys win for Outstanding Talk Series, Roy Wood Jr. garnered attention by mouthing “Please hire a host” while former host Trevor Noah expressed his gratitude.
This viral moment sparked discussions on X (formerly Twitter) about the need for a host, prompting the question of whether the ceremony actually had a host.
So, did this year’s Emmys have a host?
Anthony Anderson hosted the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards in 2024, and he brought laughter and surprises. Following the Golden Globes’ disappointment, Anderson’s humor was a refreshing change. His mother, Doris, became a charming addition, holding a clock sign and calling out “Time!” during acceptance speeches.
Who Hosted the 2024 Emmy Awards?
The 74th Primetime Emmy Awards, hosted by the charismatic Anthony Anderson, was a night filled with laughter and surprises.
The ceremony was broadcast live coast-to-coast on Fox, ensuring viewers from across the nation could join in on the festivities. For those who missed the live event, it was available for streaming on Hulu the following day.
After the Golden Globes debacle, the Emmy Awards were a breath of fresh air.
Host Anthony Anderson delivered some hilarious jokes, but his secret weapon was his mother, Doris.
She added a unique and endearing touch to the acceptance speeches by holding up a sign with a clock and calling out “Time!” as she did with Jennifer Coolidge.
Throughout the night, Doris made several amusing appearances, playfully referring to Harrison Ford as “Henry” and interrupting him when he began discussing his latex suit, which made him feel “moist.”
She even called time on Jon Oliver before he could dive into a discussion about Liverpool’s midfield. Efficiency at its finest!
So, what was Roy Wood Jr. talking about if there was a host for this year’s Emmy Awards? He was specifically talking about The Daily Show, which still doesn’t have a permanent host.
The absence of a permanent host for The Daily Show, Comedy Central’s beloved satirical news program, has been a topic of discussion since Trevor Noah left his hosting duties in December 2022.
Over a year later, the show has yet to announce a permanent replacement, relying instead on a rotating group of hosts to fill the iconic chair.
Following The Daily Show’s Emmy win, Trevor Noah addressed the press backstage. He dismissed the idea of returning to the show due to his busy schedule.
When asked about who might succeed him on the show permanently, Noah admitted (via Deadline), “Ahh, who is going to replace me? I’m still thinking about that.”
Roy Wood Jr., who had been considered a potential successor to Noah, left The Daily Show in October 2023.
In a subsequent interview, he shed light on the arduous process of finding a new host. Wood Jr. emphasized the mental toll of being a correspondent on the show, describing it as mentally stressful rather than physically strenuous.
Overall, it will certainly be interesting to witness who will become The Daily Show’s permanent host.
Did you watch the 2024 Emmy Awards? Was Anthony Anderson a good host?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: Deadline
