Comedian Kevin Hart steps down from hosting the 2019 Oscars

[CocoChanel]

Kevin Hart says he won't host Oscars after furor over homophobic tweets - CNN

IMHO he did the right thing.
But he is getting flack for not issuing an apology, but in fact, he DID!
That criticism seems unfair.

"I have made the choice to step down from hosting this year's Oscar's," Hart, who is currently performing in Sydney, Australia, said via Twitter. "This is because I do not want to be a distraction on a night that should be celebrated by so many amazing talented artists. I sincerely apologize to the LGBTQ community for my insensitive words from my past. I'm sorry that I hurt people... I am evolving and want to continue to do so. My goal is to bring people together not tear us apart. Much love & appreciation to the Academy. I hope we can meet again."

 

[TTF14]

What a bummer.

 

[gregjrichards]

I wonder who will take his place. The Oscars are a tough gig to host.