In the announcement on his Instagram, the comedian wrote that he knew his time to host would “happen when it’s suppose to” and that “now is the time to rise to the occasion.” Kevin Hart has confirmed his latest big-time role: Oscar host for the awards show on Feb. 24.

Hart confirmed on Instagram Monday that he will emcee the film awards.

“I’m so happy to say that the day has finally come for me to host the Oscars,” Hart wrote.

“I appreciate the Academy for the opportunity, now it’s time to rise to the occasion,” Hart wrote to his 65.9 million followers. “I’m blown away simply because this has been a goal on my list for a long time.”