Will Smith Named 2012 Kids' Choice Awards Host

Posted Wednesday January 11, 2012 12:19 PM GMT

He sounds like the perfect fit for the job, and it was just announced that Will Smith is set to host Nickelodeon’s 25th annual Kids’ Choice Awards.

The “Men in Black” star will lead the night’s events on stage in Los Angeles, CA on Saturday, March 31st.

“I’m honored they wanted me to host this year so I can have a front row seat to take part in the fun,” Smith, who has won a handful of Kids Choice Awards in years past, told press.

He added, “The Kids’ Choice Awards are always the year’s liveliest, slimiest and most outrageous party for kids and teens.”

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