The Blaine Anderson of 'Glee' will host the annual event where Kristin Chenoweth and Jessie J are among the musical guests.
- Dec 2, 2014
AceShowbiz - NewNowNext Awards is adding a dose of "Glee" this year. Darren Criss who plays Blaine Anderson on the FOX musical series is announced to serve as a host at this year's prize-giving event airing Sunday night, December 7 at 8 P.M. on Logo TV.
"What can I say, I'm really pumped to be able to go Miami with such an amazing group of performers, nominees and special guests," he gushes. "My New Now Next Award was one of the first honors I ever received, so it's a thrill to be back with Logo TV hosting what promises to be an exciting evening."
Meanwhile, Kristin Chenoweth who has a recurring role as April Rhodes on the drama series is tapped as one of the musical guests at the upcoming awards show. The Tony-winning actress is expected to perform a song from her live CD, "Coming Home".
Cyndi Lauper will narrate the show which kicks off Art Basel from Kimpton's Surfcomber Miami, Jessie J and Betty Who are among the performers, while Nick Cannon, Nick Jonas, and Charli XCX will make special appearances. Joe Jonas will be the house DJ and Billy Reilich a.k.a. Ellen's Nick the Gardener will serve as the special trophy boy.
