The new host would be Keanu Reeves, according to the article, which began as follows:Academy Awards Replaces “Controversial” Whoopi Goldberg with Keanu Reeves as MC The 109th Annual Academy Awards announced a major shift in its hosting lineup. Whoopi Goldberg, who was told last March that she was chosen to head the show in 2023, was snubbed by the ceremony committee. Goldberg has become too toxic and controversial,” said Committee Chairman Joe Barron, “I’d say it was a difficult decision but it really wasn’t. First: the article noted that Goldberg was supposed to host the 2023 Academy Awards. Second: Goldberg was never in line to host the 2023 (or 2024 ceremony).

Source: New York Times December 18, 2023 18:34 UTC