Netflix ‘s upcoming reboot of “ Star Search ” has named Anthony Anderson as its new host, Variety has learned exclusively.

The new iteration of the talent competition series will premiere on the streamer on Jan. 13, 2026, with episodes airing live Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. Episodes will include real-time voting for viewers to help pick which contestants advance in the competition.

Netflix has also released a new teaser for the series, which can be seen below.

This will not be Anderson’s first hosting gig. He has previously guest hosted shows like “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” “Entertainment Tonight,” and “The Late Late Show,” as well as leading award shows like the Emmys in 2024, the NAACP Image Awards for nearly a decade, and his own Food Network show “Eating Americ

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