Kate Berlant and John Early to co-host 2027 Film Independent Spirit Awards

Kate Berlant and John Early, known for their comedy collaborations and acting careers, will co-host the 42nd annual Film Independent Spirit Awards on March 6, 2027, according to Variety and Hollywood Reporter.

The ceremony will take place at the Hollywood Palladium for the second year in a row, having moved from its longtime venue in Santa Monica, Variety reported.

The awards celebrate independent film and television storytelling, with Film Independent president Juan Devis praising Berlant and Early for their originality and unpredictability, as reported by both outlets.

Berlant and Early expressed excitement about hosting what they called "the coolest" awards show and joked about the pressure of the role, according to Variety and Hollywood Reporter.

Both performers have notable credits: Berlant has appeared in films like Sorry to Bother You and Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, while Early is known for the series Search Party and his directorial debut, Maddie’s Secret, which also features Berlant, Hollywood Reporter noted.