US TV legend Regis Philbin has been announced as the host of the 30-minute red carpet arrivals show at the Oscars in February.
Commenting, Oscars producer Dennis Doty said: "Regis is the perfect guy to serve as host. He knows everyone, and everyone loves Regis! I'm thrilled that he has agreed to be the ringmaster for this year's extravaganza."
Philbin is seen as one of the pioneers of the red carpet interview at the Oscars, having first covered the event in the 1970s.
The nominees for the 80th Academy Awards will be announced on Tuesday 22 January; the Oscars will take place on Sunday 24 February.
