Why Jimmy Kimmel nearly passed on Oscars 2024 hosting gig — and how 'Barbie' changed his mind

Late-night television host Jimmy Kimmel revealed Tuesday that he almost didn't return to host the upcoming 2024 Academy Awards — but everything changed after watching Greta Gerwig's "Barbie."

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