When it seemed like we were all set for a fresh and exciting Academy Awards this year with Kevin Hart at the helm, life threw us a curveball. The past came back to haunt him—and us—in the form of homophobic jokes he'd made years ago. That led to him stepping down before things escalated further. The Academy scrambled, trying to find a replacement, but no one seemed like the right fit. Now, here we are: the Oscars are going hostless. But wait, there’s more to the story.

The Hostless Oscars: A New Approach

Here’s the scoop: On January 9, insiders spilled the beans to Variety. The plan now is to bring in a lineup of A-list celebrities to introduce different segments rather than relying on one big-name host. Producers and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences are working overtime to secure top talent for the telecast, which is just six weeks away. It airs live on February 24 from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. The pressure is on, and the stress at the Academy is palpable. But hey, if anyone can pull this off, it’s Hollywood, right?

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Enter the Avengers: A Marvelous Twist?

academy-awards-avengers — (Photo credit should read ROBYN BECK/AFP/Getty Images)

Now, here’s where things get interesting. Fans of superhero blockbusters, listen up! According to The Hollywood Reporter, there’s some serious buzz happening behind the scenes. Producers are reportedly lining up as many big-name cast members from the Marvel Avengers franchise as possible. An Avengers reunion at the Oscars wouldn’t be a first. Back in 2013, following the success of the 2012 Avengers movie, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, and Samuel L. Jackson graced the stage together. This time, the Academy is aiming for an even bigger lineup. Imagine that! Earth's Mightiest Heroes coming together to celebrate cinema’s finest.