Trevor Noah to Host Grammy Awards

Trevor Noah at the 91st Annual Academy Awards
Trevor Noah at the 91st Annual Academy Awards. Photo by Michael Buckner/REX/Shutterstock (10112992ch)

The 2021 edition of the Grammy Awards has found its host!

The Daily Show host and comedian Trevor Noah has been tapped to host next year’s Grammys. 

The news was confirmed by the Recording Academy. This will be Noah’s first time hosting the music awards show. 

“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,” Noah said in a statement. “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!”

Harvey Mason Jr., 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.”

The 63rd Annual Grammy Awards will be broadcast January 31, 2021.