Who served as announcer for the 2026 Oscars?

Matt Berry served as announcer for the 2026 Oscars. He provided the distinctive voice-over introductions and announcements during the 98th Academy Awards, held on March 15, 2026.

Berry is an English actor, comedian, writer, and musician best known internationally for The IT Crowd, Toast of London, and What We Do in the Shadows. His resonant delivery and exaggerated comic timing made him an especially recognizable choice for the broadcast role.

The announcer was not the ceremony’s host. Conan O’Brien hosted the 2026 show, while Berry handled the announcing duties. Presenters such as Bill Pullman, Jimmy Kimmel, and Will Arnett appeared in other on-stage roles, which makes them plausible but incorrect alternatives.

Berry’s Oscar assignment also fit the ceremony’s playful tone: his voice was used for introductions, transitions, and televised announcements rather than for presenting a competitive award himself.