Awards show hosts have an incredibly difficult job. Sure, most awards show ceremonies have a slew of presenters for each individual award, but the host is the glue that holds it all together. They need to be funny, professional, and composed, but not stiff. And it’s hard to turn things around if they don’t get off on the right foot. An opening monologue that falls flat can set the tone for an excruciatingly long and awkward show to come.