Kaylah Walton
In a surprising announcement last November, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed that Conan O’Brien will take the reins as host of the 97th Oscars, scheduled for March 2025 on ABC.
At 61 years old, O’Brien is well-acquainted with the entertainment industry, having built a legacy in late-night comedy over the years. Now, he ventures into a new role as an Oscars host, promising to deliver both enthusiasm and experience.
Financial Success of Conan O’Brien
O’Brien’s new role adds another highlight to a remarkable career that has established him among the top figures in the entertainment world.
His net worth is projected to be around $200 million as of 2024, per Celebrity Net Worth.
This wealth is a testament to his lengthy television career, as well as his successful ventures outside of it.
O’Brien graduated at the top of his class from Brookline High School in 1981 and later earned a History and Literature degree from Harvard in 1985, starting his career as a writer for HBO’s Not Necessarily the News.
He gained recognition with his Emmy-winning tenure on Saturday Night Live from 1988 to 1991.
However, it was his hosting of Late Night with Conan O’Brien beginning in 1993 that truly launched him into the spotlight.
After facing challenges during the notorious “Tonight Show conflict” in 2009, O’Brien rebounded by creating Conan on TBS, where he earned $10 million per year until the show’s end in 2021.
During this period, he also established Team Coco, a production company that became a key revenue source, especially online.
In more recent developments, O’Brien has turned his attention to his podcast, Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend, and a travel series for Max called Conan O’Brien Must Go.
His podcast network garnered 200 million downloads each year and was acquired by SiriusXM in 2022 for $150 million.
With his clever humor and knack for engaging with audiences, O’Brien is set to create an unforgettable Oscars experience in 2025.
His evolution from late-night host to a multimillionaire media mogul underscores his lasting significance in the entertainment industry.
