Trevor Noah returns as Grammy host with comfort, nervousness

The Associated Press

Trevor Noah feels more comfortable hosting the Grammy Awards for a third-straight year, but the former “The Daily Show” host still has some nervousness about leading the ceremony with big-time acts like Beyoncé, Adele and Harry Styles looking on.

“The nerves come in because you’re standing in front of not just some of the best, but some of the biggest performers in the world,” said the Emmy winner.

Mr. Noah expects his diligent preparation to get him through Sunday’s show.

“Nerves are part of what I do,” the comedian said.

Mr. Noah returns for his third hosting stint at the Grammys, which airs live from Crypto. com Arena on Sunday, Feb. 5, on CBS and Paramount+. The ceremony returns to Los Angeles after relocating to Las Vegas for the first-time ever because of rising COVID-19 cases and the omicron variant.

“I was relieved Trevor came back because it makes my job more enjoyable and easier,” said Ben Winston, the show’s executive producer. He called Mr. Noah an “absolute pro” who he said can pivot gracefully at any moment on a night celebrating music’s best.