Janelle James to Host 32nd Critics Choice Awards — SkimNews
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- Janelle James will host the 32nd annual Critics Choice Awards on Jan. 3, marking her first time leading the live ceremony
- Critics Choice Association announced the event will air live on E! and USA Network at 4 p.m. PT, with nominations revealed Dec. 4 at 9 a.m. PT across linear and digital platforms
- Janelle James received five consecutive Emmy nominations for her role as Ava Coleman on 'Abbott Elementary' and is set to release her first hour-long stand-up special on Netflix on Nov. 10
- Joey Berlin, CEO of the Critics Choice Association, praised James as one of the best in the business, calling her the ideal host for a show celebrating top film and television achievements
- E! and USA Network will simulcast the awards, continuing their partnership in broadcasting the ceremony, which previously featured Chelsea Handler as host
Why it matters: James’ selection elevates a Black female comedian with rising mainstream momentum to a high-profile hosting role, aligning the awards with current cultural relevance while leveraging her cross-platform presence in TV, streaming stand-up, and social media to attract broader viewership.
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