United Kingdom, March 16 -- Ricky Gervais has bluntly ruled out hosting the Academy Awards.

The 64-year-old comedian - who helmed the Golden Globes five times, in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2016 and 2020 - had a clear response after a fan shared a post calling on fans to retweet if they wished the After Life star was hosting last night's (15.03.26) Oscars ceremony.

Ricky quote reposted with a crying laughing emoji and quipped: "F*** that!"

He often ridiculed celebrities when he hosted the Golden Globes, something that he describes as the "most nerve-wracking" thing he has ever done.

The Office star previously said: "It's the most nerve-wracking thing I've ever done. It's the only time I ever get an adrenaline rush or get nervous about stuff be...