Wayne Brady To Host American Music Awards

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Let’s Make A Deal host Wayne Brady — who’s currently competing for the Mirror Ball Trophy on Dancing with the Stars — will host the 2022 American Music Awards.

The ceremony will air live Sunday, November 20 on ABC and stream the next day on Hulu. “I’m ecstatic and honored to host this year’s AMAs.

As a musician and music lover, it’s amazing to be part of a night where music fans make their voices heard!” said Brady in a statement. “It’s a big show, so I’m bringing it all…The funny, the music and the moves!” “Wayne Brady is undoubtedly one of the most talented people on earth and we are thrilled to have him host this year’s AMAs,” said executive producer and showrunner Jesse Collins. “Viewers should expect an incredible night of music, comedy and fun!”  Brady follows a long line of comedians who have emceed the AMAs.

Previous hosts have included Cedric the Entertainer, Jimmy Kimmel, Eddie Murphy, Tracee Ellis Ross and Norm McDonald. Last year, the job was done by Cardi B.