Trevor Noah, “The Daily Show” host and comedian, has been announced as the host for 2021 Grammy Awards.
Recording Academy, organizers of the award ceremony, made the announcement few hours before the nominees for the upcoming show are revealed.
Noah in a statement stated;
Despite the fact that I am extremely disappointed that the GRAMMYs have refused to have me sing or be nominated for best pop album, I am thrilled to be hosting this auspicious event.
I think as a one-time GRAMMY nominee, I am the best person to provide a shoulder to all the amazing artists who do not win on the night because I too know the pain of not winning the award! (This is a metaphorical shoulder, I’m not trying to catch Corona). See you at the 63rd GRAMMYs!
He was nominated last year for his stand-up special ‘Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia for Best Comedy Album’, which he lost to Dave Chapelle.
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As a talented comedian, we can expect some jokes about the coronavirus, 2020’s political climate, and jabs at by-then former President Trump.
We’re thrilled to welcome @TheDailyShow host, Emmy-winner, and GRAMMY-nominee @TrevorNoah as the host of the 63rd #GRAMMYs!
We can’t think of a better person to serve as Master of Ceremonies for Music’s Biggest Night. 🎶 pic.twitter.com/vbFqPbXfgl
— Recording Academy / GRAMMYs (@RecordingAcad) November 24, 2020
Harvey Mason jr., chair and interim president/CEO of the Recording Academy, said;
With a knack for keeping viewers engaged and entertained, Trevor is the perfect choice to lead us through what’s sure to be an incredible evening full of music, unforgettable moments, unity and inspiration. He is a dynamic host, comedian and personality, and we’re thrilled to welcome him to the Grammy stage as host of Music’s Biggest Night for the first time.
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On his part, George Cheeks, CBS Entertainment Group president and CEO, added;
Trevor’s comedy talents, engaging energy and unique perspective make him the perfect host for the Grammys. At the same time, it’s very exciting to have one of our biggest ViacomCBS stars center stage for one of CBS’ marquee events. With Trevor hosting and ‘The Late Late Show’s’ Ben Winston producing, it’s yet another example of our combined company’s power in music, entertainment, and the biggest live events.
The 63rd Annual Grammy Awards will be broadcast on Sunday, January 31, 2021, on CBS Television Network at 8 p.m. ET (5p.m. PT/ 2am WAT).
