Who Is The DJ on The Emmys? Meet Reggie Watts

It’s the Emmys, one of Hollywood’s biggest nights of the year. But among all the glitz, glam, and celebrities, there’s one star who’s really standing out tonight. Reggie Watts, we see you, and we appreciate you for making the hum-drum logistics of hosting an awards show a blast.

Cedric the Entertainer is the official host of the 2021 Primetime Emmys, and it’s a title he wears well. At the beginning of the night, the comedian pulled out a monologue full of jabs at Bridgerton and the Royal Family. But this time around, Cedric the Entertainer seems to be doing things a bit differently than his peers, bringing the night’s DJ, Reggie Watts, into the fray. It’s a tag-teaming decision that immediately paid off. Watts has transformed the segues to commercial breaks into quirky delights. He even managed to explain that all your favorite stars were following the CDC’s COVID guidelines in a way that wasn’t condescending or boring. If you’re new to the wonderful world of Watts, we have your back. Here’s everything you need to know about Reggie Watts.

Who Is Reggie Watts, the DJ for the 2021 Emmys?

Watts is a comedian, actor, and musician. When talking about his comedy, Watts has described himself as a disinformationist. He often tries to disorient his audience, a comedic styling that appears again and again in his work. But at the moment he’s best known for his musical talents. Currently he leads the house band for The Late Late Show with James Corden. If you love a DJ who’s unafraid to add in his own bizarre flair (who doesn’t?), then James Corden’s band has the energy you’ve been craving.

Where Else Can I See Reggie Watts?

Prior to The Late Late Show with James Corden, Watts was best known for his appearances on IFC’s Comedy Bang! Bang! But he’s been a beloved name in comedy circles for years. Comedy Central distributed two of his comedy specials, Why Shit So Crazy? and A Live in Central Park. Additionally, he’s done work for The Venture Bros., Delocated, Inside Amy Schumer, The Mr. Peabody & Sherman Show, and Ask the StoryBots. He also voices Pastry Pete in Adult Swim’s Tuca & Bertie, provided voice acting work for Justin Roiland’s acclaimed VR game Accounting+, and has his own Netflix special. It’s called Reggie Watts: Spatial, and it’s a blast.