Keegan-Michael Key Gets Advice From Stephen Colbert and Ira Glass on Hosting the Peabodys
The comedian struggles with hosting the 75th anniversary of the distinguished awards.
Comedian and actor Keegan-Michael Key was chosen to host this year’s Peabody Awards, which will air on Monday, June 6. Identifying and celebrating stories that matter through varying mediums like radio, television and the web, the Peabodys have recognized esteemed achievements of public service since 1941, focusing on quality content over commercial success. In the opening sketch below, Key feels slightly nervous about hosting the prestigious ceremony and turns to NPR host Ira Glass, along with fellow comedians Fred Armisen and Stephen Colbert for some advice. The clip below takes a lighthearted turn as he grapples between telling obscure jokes, performing elaborate dance numbers and reasoning with Colbert as he tries to co-host with Key.
