VIDEO : Jimmy Kimmel Reveals How Much He's Getting Paid to Host the Oscars

68th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards ? Show Jimmy Kimmel revealed how much he?s getting paid to host the 2017 Academy Awards. During his visit to KROQ?s The Kevin & Bean Show, Kimmel disclosed that he will receive $15,000 to emcee the 89th Academy Awards. ?I think it?s illegal to pay nothing,? he joked. The hosts asked Kimmel if his pay is similar to those of previous hosts like Chris Rock and Billy Crystal. ?That?s what they told me,? he said.