Jerrod Carmichael Named Host of Golden Globes (first of its kind)

Emmy-winning comedian Jerrod Carmichael has signed on to host the 80th Golden Globe Awards when he returns to NBC next month.

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NBC, Hollywood's foreign press affiliation, and telecast maker Dick Clark Prods.

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We were set to announce Carmichael on Thursday, Range discovered.

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“We are very excited to have Jerrod Carmichael to host the historic 80th Golden Globe Awards,”

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His comedic talents have entertained and pleased audiences while delivering terrifying moments that are so crucial in the times we live in.

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Jerrod is the unique type of talent this showcase requires to kick off awards season."

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It's something of a homecoming for Carmichael, who starred in three seasons of the critically acclaimed sitcom

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Carmichael received an Emmy nomination this year in the category of Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his performance as the host of "SNL

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