JON STEWART TO HOST 80TH OSCARS!

CNN reports that The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences announced Wednesday that Stewart will host the 80th awards show February 24 at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood. Oscar telecast producer Gil Cates described Stewart as smart, quick and funny. He said Stewart loves movies and is a great guy. Stewart got mixed reviews when he hosted the 78th annual awards. Some jokes fell flat and some critics expected the political satirist to be edgier. Stewart joked that he is thrilled to be asked for a second time, because the third time is a charm.