The comedian will return to the Oscar stage for a second stint as host

Its offical.

Comedian Chris Rock will host the 88th annual Academy Awards.

Rock confirmed the news himself Wednesday morning on Twitter with a brief message: Look whos back.

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#Oscars, he wrote alongsidea photo of him holding the golden statue.

Comedian, actor, writer, producer, director, documentarian hes done it all.

Hes going to be a phenomenal Oscar host!

Rock hosted the show a decade ago whenMillion Dollar Babywalked away with the Best Picture prize.

His appearance on the 2005 telecast was not without its controversy.

No one performs; its not like a music show.

What straight black man sits there and watches the Oscars?

He is certain to bring his amazing array of talents to this years show.

Were hoping that wont be the case.