Kate Berlant and John Early to Host 2027 Spirit Awards
Comedians Kate Berlant and John Early will co-host the 42nd Film Independent Spirit Awards on March 6, 2027, at the Hollywood Palladium.
Ceremony moves to new venue
The event returns to a Saturday date after last year's Sunday ceremony took place on February 15. This year marks the second consecutive year the show holds its ceremony at the Hollywood Palladium instead of Santa Monica. The 99th Academy Awards will follow eight days later on March 14.
New categories and consultant role
The ceremony introduces two new categories including the best International first feature and the Digital Creator Award. Filmmaker Roman Coppola will serve as creative consultant in this newly created position for the show. Nominations for the 42nd annual awards will be announced on December 2.
Hosts discuss pressure and fun
Juan Devis, president of Film Independent, stated the duo embodies originality and a healthy disregard for convention. The hosts issued a joint statement saying they are honored to host the coolest awards show available. They joked about tuning in to see if they choke under pressure during the live broadcast.
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- The Hollywood Reporter
- Variety
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