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Eddie Murphy to Host Oscars

By Sara Hammel

Tuesday September 06, 2011 04:15 PM EDT

Eddie Murphy to Host Oscars | Eddie Murphy

Eddie Murphy

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Eddie Murphy is set to step back into the spotlight in a big way: He's agreed to take on hosting duties at the Oscars next February.

The selection of Murphy, 50, is a departure from last year's Academy Awards hosts – the unlikely duo of James Franco and Anne Hathaway.

"Eddie is a comedic genius, one of the greatest and most influential live performers ever," telecast producer Brett Ratner says. "I know he will bring excitement, spontaneity and tremendous heart to the show."


– Sara Hammel

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