Conan O'Brien named Harvard University's Commencement speaker for 2026 graduation

Conan O'Brien will be Harvard University's Commencement speaker this year.
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Late Night Host Conan O’Brien Named 2026 Harvard Commencement Speaker

Comedian and television host Conan C. O’Brien ’85 will deliver the keynote addresses at Harvard’s 375th Commencement Ceremony ...

A comedy icon is headlining Harvard’s 375th commencement

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts — One of America’s most recognizable comedians and television personalities will take center stage at Harvard University’s milestone graduation ceremony this spring. Harvard ...

Harvard names Conan O’Brien as its 2026 commencement speaker

The university revealed on Thursday that the Brookline native and Harvard class of '85 alum will return to campus for this year's commencement ceremony.