“Sexiest Man Alive” Will Host New-Look Oscars
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“Sexiest Man Alive” Will Host New-Look Oscars
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has picked the “sexiest man alive” to host the new-look Oscars in February.
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(December 12, 2008)--The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences confirms that actor Hugh Jackman will host the 81st annual Academy Awards.

The academy said Friday that the 40-year-old Australian actor, who was recently named People magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive," will host the Oscars

Jackman stars in Baz Luhrmann's romantic adventure film "Australia" with Nicole Kidman.

The actor first claimed fame as Wolverine in the "X-Men" movie franchise.

His other movie credits include 2006's "The Prestige" and 2004's "Van Helsing."

With new producers, a new set director and even a new music director, the Academy has been hinting at an all new look and feel for this year's Oscars telecast on Feb. 22.
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