Seth MacFarlane and "Ted" to host the 85th Oscars.

The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Science announced and interesting rather surprising news that director Seth MacFarlane and his teddy bear character from "Ted" will be hosting the 85th Oscars on 24 February 2013.MacFarlane, known for his sarcasm and tendency for dirty jokes, was a choice to attract youth to watch the ceremony since he achieved in getting all their attention in "Ted".Known for his animations targeting adults like "The Cleveland Show" and "American Dad"; fans should expect a different and unique Oscars this year from the filmmaker who made a whopping 400 million dollars from his first motion picture "Ted" which the lead character next to him.