Actor and comedian, Kevin Hart, announced via his Instagram account that he’ll be hosting the 91th Academy awards in February 2019. He said:

"For years I have been asked if I would ever host the Oscars and my answer was always the same. I said that it would be the opportunity of a lifetime for me as a comedian and that it will happen when it’s supposed to. I am so happy to say that the day has finally come for me to host the Oscars.

I am blown away simply because this has been a goal on my list for a long time…To be able to join the legendary list of [hosts] that gave graced that stage is unbelievable. I know my mom is smiling from ear to ear right now. I want to thank my family/friends/fans for supporting me & riding with me all this time…I will be sure to make this years Oscars a special one. I appreciate the @TheAcademy for the opportunity…now it’s time to rise to the occasion. #Oscars"

He will be joining a lineup of iconic comedians to have hosted the Oscars, including Chris Rock, Jimmy Kimmel, Billy Crystal, Johnny Carson and Bob Hope.

Source: https://lifewithcuttons.com.ng/2018/12/05/kevin-hart-to-host-the-2019-academy-awards-oscars-2019/