The role of Oscars announcer goes all the way back to 1953 when former U.S. President Ronald Reagan announced the night's big winners.

During the ceremony, as the announcer revealed the presenters and winners, I instantly recognized that deep voice. It sounded eerily similar to the deadpan tone of Ron Swanson (aka Nick Offerman) from Parks and Recreation,

The Oscars host — this year, comedian Conan O’Brien — and the stars who are being recognized ... Instead, that title was clinched by Ronald Reagan — yes, the 40th president of the United States — during the 25th Academy Awards.

Conan O’Brien is welcome back to host the Oscars anytime, Walt Disney TV’s Rob Mills, exec VP of unscripted and alternative entertainment, told Variety Monday morning. Mills was basking in the high marks that both O’Brien and the overall Oscars ceremony received for a show that aimed to bring back some of the traditional Academy

WASHINGTON — Conan O'Brien may be hosting the Oscars but a familiar ... goes all the way back to 1953 when former U.S. President Ronald Reagan announced the night's big winners.

Nick Offerman took on the role of announcer at the 2025 Oscars after Ronald Reagan first voiced announcements in 1953

PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images The 2025 Oscars brought glitz, glamour and plenty of gasps before awards season came to an unofficial end. On Sunday, March 2, host Conan O'Brien helped lead a live telecast that honored the very best in film from the past year.

She wasn’t the only one to make history at the 2025 Oscars. Wicked ’s costume designer Paul Tazewell became the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design. In addition, Best Animated Feature Film victor Flow earned the title of first Latvian film to win an Oscar in any category.

WASHINGTON — Conan O'Brien may be hosting the Oscars but a familiar ... goes all the way back to 1953 when former U.S. President Ronald Reagan announced the night's big winners.