Hugh Jackman to Host Oscars

The Oscars just got a whole lot sexier now that Hugh Jackman, the signing, dancing and acting Aussie, is set to host the 81st Annual Academy Awards. But don't expect three-time Tony host to follow in the footsteps of his comedic predecessors. With new producers, a new set director, and a new musical director, the Academy Awards are planning a shake-up this year that will play more to Jackman's talents and rely less on Jack Nicholson jokes. (Have you heard that he likes younger women?). Jackman, who’s never been nominated for an Oscar, presented an award at the 2002 ceremony. Afterward he said he’d probably never do it again, because “getting up there in a suit and talking for a little bit is kind of bizarre." Guess he changed his mind.