Jimmy Kimmel discussed his upcoming debut as the award show’s MC on KROQ’s Kevin & Bean morning show where he revealed he’ll be receiving $15,000 for the gig.
The Talk Show host, seemingly unimpressed, he added "You know why? I think it’s illegal to pay nothing."
At one point he wondered if it is okay to reveal his salary details with the public. He then was asked if his pay is on par with famous past hosts like Billy Crystal and Chris Rock, Kimmel replied “that’s what they told me.”
Kimmel, who was announced as the Oscars host on Dec. 5, also admitted he was surprised to get the nod. “They asked like 14 people and they all said no and then there was me,” he joked. “I absolutely was surprised.”
The 89th Annual Academy Awards air Feb. 26 on ABC.