At the 2026 Critics Choice Awards, who hosted the ceremony for the fourth consecutive year?
Answer
Chelsea Handler
Chelsea Handler hosted the 2026 Critics Choice Awards for the fourth consecutive year.
The 31st Critics’ Choice Awards took place on January 4, 2026, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California. Handler served as host for the ceremony, which honored film and television achievements from 2025.
Her consecutive run began before the 2026 ceremony and made her the returning host across four editions of the televised event. The show aired on E! and USA Network and was made available afterward through Peacock.
Hosting is separate from winning an award. Handler was the ceremony’s presenter and comedic guide, while the competitive prizes went to performers, films, series, and creative teams in the listed categories.