2019 oscars kevin hart steps down as host

A memorable moment in Oscar history!

Yes, you're correct. On December 6, 2018, Kevin Hart was announced as the host of the 91st Academy Awards, which were set to take place on February 24, 2019. However, just five days later, on December 11, 2018, Hart stepped down as host after facing backlash over old homophobic tweets from 2009-2011.

The controversy began when Hart's old tweets resurfaced, which included anti-LGBTQ+ language and jokes. Many people, including celebrities and LGBTQ+ advocates, called for Hart to apologize and step down as host. Hart initially refused to apologize, saying he had already addressed the issue in the past and that he was "over it."

However, after facing mounting pressure, Hart announced on December 11, 2018, that he would be stepping down as host of the Oscars. In a statement, Hart said, "I have made the choice to step down from hosting this year's Oscars. This is because I do not want to be a distraction on a night that should be celebrated by so many amazing talented artists."

The Academy then announced that the 2019 Oscars would not have a host, marking the first time since 1989 that the ceremony would not have a host. The ceremony went on to feature a series of celebrity presenters and performers, but without a traditional host.