Trevor Noah continues the Daily Show's 'war on bulls**t'
9 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah continues the Daily Show's 'war on bulls**t'

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Trevor Noah made his hosting debut on Comedy Central's The Daily Show Monday night. He said that the pope “hates inequality, climate change, loves immigrants — he’s like a young Bernie Sanders.” He touched on House Speaker John Boehner's resignation calling him the former bouncer at "Club congress." And that Boehner's replacement must have a “hair trigger set of tear ducts that go off any time a child picks a flower.” open image in gallery Trevor Noah interviews his first guest Kevin Hart. Comedy Central streams each episode for free live on their website, and their parent company Viacom debuted Noah's premiere on several broadcasts including Comedy Central, VH1, MTV and more.

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Jon Stewart continues ‘Daily Show’ comeback with a major dig at his former employer
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Jon Stewart continues ‘Daily Show’ comeback with a major dig at his former employer

LA Times  

Late-night TV host Jon Stewart continued his headline-making streak this week by calling out his former employer, Apple, on his latest episode of “The Daily Show.” While interviewing the chair of the Federal Trade Commission, Lina Khan, on Monday, Stewart accused Apple of deterring him from inviting Khan onto his podcast while he was working for the Cupertino, Calif.-based tech …

Jon Stewart returns "The Daily Show" to old times. His successor may be a retrofit, too
1 year, 1 month ago

Jon Stewart returns "The Daily Show" to old times. His successor may be a retrofit, too

Salon  

By every metric that matters – standing ovations, media orgasms and, above all, Nielsen ratings – Jon Stewart’s return to “The Daily Show” is a smashing success. This swipe has a touch of “Physician, heal thyself” to it, which Stewart and “The Daily Show” acknowledge in the segments that followed Stewart reintroducing the show’s longstanding correspondents. Killer Mike and Jordan …

Jon Stewart talks to ‘Daily Show’ podcast about returning to host: ‘It’s not just the election’
1 year, 1 month ago

Jon Stewart talks to ‘Daily Show’ podcast about returning to host: ‘It’s not just the election’

LA Times  

Jon Stewart, who returns as a host on “The Daily Show” Monday, sat down with “The Daily Show: Ears Edition” podcast to discuss what drew him back. Jon Stewart will make his much anticipated return to “The Daily Show” on Monday night — a weekly hosting gig he will continue through the election in November. It all ties together to …

Jon Stewart's Return To 'The Daily Show' Feels Like A Cop-Out
1 year, 1 month ago

Jon Stewart's Return To 'The Daily Show' Feels Like A Cop-Out

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING After a year of rotating guest hosts in and out of the chair, Comedy Central and “The Daily Show” are right back where they were nine years ago: with Jon Stewart. Stewart will host Monday nights through the election cycle, with other “Daily Show” correspondents covering Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Since Trever Noah’s last show as host …

Jon Stewart is back as Monday Host in 'The Daily Show'
1 year, 1 month ago

Jon Stewart is back as Monday Host in 'The Daily Show'

Hindustan Times  

Los Angeles, January 27 : After a months-long hunt for a new host, the Paramount Global network announced that Jon Stewart, who reigned over the late-night mainstay's most successful era, will serve as host and programme director on Monday evenings for the 2024 election cycle, Variety reported. "Jon Stewart is the voice of our generation, and we are honoured to …

John Oliver expresses ‘surprise’ as Jon Stewart returns to Daily Show
1 year, 2 months ago

John Oliver expresses ‘surprise’ as Jon Stewart returns to Daily Show

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy John Oliver has expressed his surprise at Jon Stewart’s decision to …

Jon Stewart will return to 'The Daily Show' as host - just on Mondays - after year-long search for Trevor Noah's replacement
1 year, 2 months ago

Jon Stewart will return to 'The Daily Show' as host - just on Mondays - after year-long search for Trevor Noah's replacement

Daily Mail  

Jon Stewart is returning to The Daily Show as a once-a-week host through the presidential election cycle - as the search for Trevor Noah's replacement continues Comedy Central said Stewart will host every Monday night starting February 12, with a rotating line-up of show regulars covering the rest of the week, and serve as an executive producer. The comedian made …

Jon Stewart will return to 'The Daily Show' as host — just on Mondays
1 year, 2 months ago

Jon Stewart will return to 'The Daily Show' as host — just on Mondays

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Comedian Jon Stewart is rewinding …

‘The Daily Show’ to fill Trevor Noah’s host seat with team of correspondents, report says
1 year, 2 months ago

‘The Daily Show’ to fill Trevor Noah’s host seat with team of correspondents, report says

LA Times  

Desi Lydic and Dulcé Sloan are among “The Daily Show” correspondents who remain on the Comedy Central show. “The Daily Show” is reportedly expected to ditch the single-host model and fillTrevor Noah’s vacant seat with a team of correspondents. Since Noah’s sudden departure in 2022, “The Daily Show” has been utilizing a diverse, rotating list of dozens of guest hosts, …

Daily Show correspondent Roy Wood Jr mouths subtle message during Trevor Noah's Emmy win as show enters second YEAR without compere
1 year, 2 months ago

Daily Show correspondent Roy Wood Jr mouths subtle message during Trevor Noah's Emmy win as show enters second YEAR without compere

Daily Mail  

Daily Show correspondent Roy Wood Jr was caught mouthing a subtle message to the audience during Trevor Noah's Emmy win - as the show enters its second year without a host. But Wood - who worked on the Daily Show for eight years - made sure he took the opportunity to get his feelings across when all eyes, and cameras, …

‘The Daily Show With Trevor Noah’ nabbed Emmy for talk series, ending John Oliver’s long-held streak
1 year, 2 months ago

‘The Daily Show With Trevor Noah’ nabbed Emmy for talk series, ending John Oliver’s long-held streak

LA Times  

An elated Trevor Noah accepted the Emmy for “The Daily Show,” finally nabbing the award for talk series. “The Daily Show With Trevor Noah” finally nabbed the Emmy for talk series Monday night, breaking the winning streak of “Last Week Tonight With John Oliver,” which dominated the category since 2016. “The Daily Show With Trevor Noah” won the prize at …

Trevor Noah's Mumbai show shines bright after Bengaluru setback
1 year, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah's Mumbai show shines bright after Bengaluru setback

India Today  

Trevor Noah, the renowned comedian and host of "The Daily Show," recently wrapped up an electrifying show in Mumbai at the NSCI Dome on September 30. The event was a resounding success and a relief after a significant technical failure in Bengaluru had led to the cancellation of Noah's show there. Trevor Noah, known for his sharp wit and incisive …

Trevor Noah cancels Bengaluru show due to bad acoustics, promises full refund
1 year, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah cancels Bengaluru show due to bad acoustics, promises full refund

Live Mint  

Famous comedian Trevor Noah who is on an India tour had his tour cancelled in Bengaluru due to bad acoustics as the comedian wrote on Twitter. Trevor Noah took to X and wrote," Dear Bengaluru India, I was so looking forward to performing in your amazing city but due to technical issues we’ve been forced to cancel both shows. Produced …

Kal Penn pips Hasan Minhaj to replace Trevor Noah as 'The Daily Show' host: Report
1 year, 7 months ago

Kal Penn pips Hasan Minhaj to replace Trevor Noah as 'The Daily Show' host: Report

Hindustan Times  

The Daily Show host Trevor Noah, who left the show few months back, is set to be replaced by Kal Penn, as reported by publication - TheWrap. American actor, Kal Penn emerges as top contender to replace Trevor Noah as host of The Daily Show, Kal, who hosted the show as a guest in March, was up against four other …

Comedian and TV show host Trevor Noah to dive into the world of podcasting with Spotify's new deal
1 year, 9 months ago

Comedian and TV show host Trevor Noah to dive into the world of podcasting with Spotify's new deal

Hindustan Times  

Get ready for a weekly dose of Trevor Noah's razor-sharp wit and thought-provoking conversations, as the comedian embarks on his latest venture with audio giant Spotify. "It's really exciting to be joining Spotify on a fun new adventure where we'll engage in interesting and meaningful conversations with some of the world's most fascinating people," shared Noah, hinting at the exciting …

Mock the Week to be revived as US series by Amazon Freevee
1 year, 10 months ago

Mock the Week to be revived as US series by Amazon Freevee

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Now, a new version of the series is in the works, with former Daily Show …

Jon Stewart returns to The Daily Show dressed as Obi-Wan Kenobi
1 year, 11 months ago

Jon Stewart returns to The Daily Show dressed as Obi-Wan Kenobi

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jon Stewart returned to The Daily Show dressed as Obi-Wan Kenobi …

Trevor Noah Reveals How Stephen Colbert Inspired His Run At 'The Daily Show'
2 years, 2 months ago

Trevor Noah Reveals How Stephen Colbert Inspired His Run At 'The Daily Show'

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Former “Daily Show” host Trevor Noah revealed Wednesday that his “hoodie days” have just begun as he reflected on the words that inspired him during his time at the Comedy Central show. Noah, who left his hosting gig at “The Daily Show” after seven years, noted during his exit announcement last year that he missed being on …

Goodbye, ‘Daily Show.’ Hello, Grammys: Trevor Noah back to host music’s biggest night
2 years, 3 months ago

Goodbye, ‘Daily Show.’ Hello, Grammys: Trevor Noah back to host music’s biggest night

LA Times  

Trevor Noah’s “Daily Show” run may have come to an end, but his tenure as Grammys host lives on. The hosting announcement comes exactly one week after Noah took his final “Daily Show” bow. “I don’t think it’s normal to host once, so I don’t have a great frame of reference for this,” Noah said in a new interview with …

Inside Trevor Noah’s tearful goodbye to ‘The Daily Show’
2 years, 3 months ago

Inside Trevor Noah’s tearful goodbye to ‘The Daily Show’

LA Times  

Trevor Noah bids the audience and crew farewell on his final night as host of “The Daily Show.” Trevor Noah, who went from being an unknown quantity to American TV viewers to a smart, satirical voice on Comedy Central, signed off from “The Daily Show” for the final time Thursday. While ratings for “The Daily Show” declined, as viewers moved …

Trevor Noah says he found hosting the Daily Show ‘stressful’ and ‘debilitating’
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah says he found hosting the Daily Show ‘stressful’ and ‘debilitating’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It’s something that I never expected.” However, in an appearance on Dua Lipa’s podcast At …

Trevor Noah plans to do ‘everything’ (and stand-up, of course) after ‘The Daily Show’
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah plans to do ‘everything’ (and stand-up, of course) after ‘The Daily Show’

LA Times  

Trevor Noah, shown attending the 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards Governors Ball in Los Angeles, talked about his future plans on ‘The Tonight Show.’ Trevor Noah is opening up about his plans after his run at “The Daily Show” comes to an end this year. On Thursday, the 38-year-old comedian went on “The Tonight Show” and talked with host Jimmy Fallon …

Trevor Noah will depart The Daily Show on this day
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah will depart The Daily Show on this day

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Trevor Noah’s last episode of The Daily Show will air on …

Trevor Noah says Kanye West ‘drifted right off the deep end’ with antisemitic posts
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah says Kanye West ‘drifted right off the deep end’ with antisemitic posts

LA Times  

Trevor Noah was ready to rip into Kanye West for his latest controversies on Tuesday’s episode of “The Daily Show,” but he didn’t “even know where to begin.” West’s actions in recent weeks provided plenty of material. “Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is now blocked from using Instagram and Twitter because of racist and antisemitic messages that he posted.” …

Trevor Noah says he’s exiting as host of ‘The Daily Show’
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah says he’s exiting as host of ‘The Daily Show’

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Trevor Noah says that he’s leaving “The Daily Show” as host, after seven years of a Trump and pandemic-filled tenure on the weeknight Comedy Central show. Noah surprised the studio audience during Thursday’s taping, dropping the news after discussing his “feeling of gratitude” that it was the seventh anniversary of when he took over for Jon Stewart. …

Trevor Noah says he's exiting as host of 'The Daily Show'
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah says he's exiting as host of 'The Daily Show'

The Independent  

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Trevor Noah to leave The Daily Show after seven years
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah to leave The Daily Show after seven years

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In a video statement shared on Twitter on Thursday, the 38-year-old comedian said that after …

Trevor Noah is LEAVING The Daily Show after seven-year run - the latest late-night shakeup
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah is LEAVING The Daily Show after seven-year run - the latest late-night shakeup

Daily Mail  

Comedian and talk show host Trevor Noah is leaving The Daily Show after seven years at the helm during which the late-night infotainment show's viewership declined dramatically. Noah earned plaudits on social media for his seven-year stretch as host, but many pointed out that viewership plummeted once he took over from former host Stewart Trevor Noah is pictured during his …

Trevor Noah's 'Daily Show' departure hints at deeper problems in late night TV
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah's 'Daily Show' departure hints at deeper problems in late night TV

NPR  

Trevor Noah's 'Daily Show' departure hints at deeper problems in late night TV Enlarge this image toggle caption Rich Fury/Getty Images Rich Fury/Getty Images Looking back, this moment may have been inevitable. Delivering the news almost as an aside while talking about his seventh anniversary as host of Comedy Central's news parody program The Daily Show, comic and author Trevor …

Trevor Noah’s exit won’t just hurt ‘The Daily Show.’ It’ll hurt all of late night
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah’s exit won’t just hurt ‘The Daily Show.’ It’ll hurt all of late night

LA Times  

Late-night television and nightly political satire will miss “The Daily Show” host Trevor Noah, who announced Thursday that he’s exiting the Comedy Central series after seven years behind the desk. “I’ve loved trying to find a way to make people laugh, even when the stories are particularly s—, even on the worst days,” he told the audience at Thursday’s “Daily …

Trevor Noah is leaving 'The Daily Show': 'My time is up'
2 years, 5 months ago

Trevor Noah is leaving 'The Daily Show': 'My time is up'

LA Times  

Trevor Noah, pictured at the 2021 Grammy Awards, announced Thursday that he will depart “The Daily Show.” Trevor Noah’s time on “The Daily Show” is coming to a close, The Times has confirmed. “And then, and I realized that after the seven years, my time is up.” Seven years after taking the helm from former host Jon Stewart, Noah said, …

Trevor Noah to headline White House correspondents’ dinner
3 years, 1 month ago

Trevor Noah to headline White House correspondents’ dinner

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Trevor Noah, the host of “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central, will be the featured entertainer for the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on April 30. “Trevor is an incredible talent who keeps us laughing — and thinking — four nights a week,” said a statement from Steven Portnoy, the association president and a reporter for CBS News …

What made ‘The Daily Show’ the most influential late-night comedy of the last 25 years
3 years, 8 months ago

What made ‘The Daily Show’ the most influential late-night comedy of the last 25 years

LA Times  

When “The Daily Show” premiered on July 22, 1996, on an up-and-coming cable network called Comedy Central, few could have predicted that its blend of satire and current affairs would emerge as one of the most influential — and some might say detrimental — forms of humor on American television. Here, Times television critics Lorraine Ali and Robert Lloyd reflect …

Trevor Noah worried he’d ‘break’ ‘The Daily Show.’ Instead, he’s made it his own
3 years, 8 months ago

Trevor Noah worried he’d ‘break’ ‘The Daily Show.’ Instead, he’s made it his own

LA Times  

Trevor Noah has expanded the reach and the inclusivity of “The Daily Show” during his six years as host of the show. As Trevor Noah, the guy who eventually won the gig, put it in a 2019 interview with The Times: “Only an idiot would take over from Jon Stewart as the host of ‘The Daily Show.’ And luckily, I …

Trevor Noah and The Daily Show troll Trump with a full-page newspaper ad posing as a fictional law firm
4 years, 6 months ago

Trevor Noah and The Daily Show troll Trump with a full-page newspaper ad posing as a fictional law firm

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Trevor Noah and his team at The Daily Show have taken …

The ‘unnatural evolution’ of Trevor Noah and ‘The Daily Show’
4 years, 6 months ago

The ‘unnatural evolution’ of Trevor Noah and ‘The Daily Show’

LA Times  

“The Daily Show With Trevor Noah” has gone from being jokes about the news to, more and more, the news with some jokes. But from the location of what’s being called “The Daily Social Distancing Show With Trevor Noah”, the host says, “If anything, it’s an unnatural evolution. It’s not exactly the safest thing to do.” “The Daily Show” was …

Trevor Noah's Attempt To Imitate Italy's Balcony Singers In New York Goes Awry
5 years ago

Trevor Noah's Attempt To Imitate Italy's Balcony Singers In New York Goes Awry

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Trevor Noah, seemingly inspired by a video in which some Italians sang in unison over their balconies during the coronavirus lockdown in their country, tried to do the same in New York City. But “The Daily Show” host received a rude response in the setup comedy bit released Tuesday on YouTube. “Shut the fuck up,” someone can …

Trevor Noah apologises for comments on Indo-Pak tensions, defends later
6 years ago

Trevor Noah apologises for comments on Indo-Pak tensions, defends later

The Hindu  

Late-night talk show host Trevor Noah has apologised for his comments over heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, saying the hurt caused was unintentional only to later make light of the situation again. In an episode of “The Daily Show”, the host said the two nations going to war would be “most entertaining” and “it would also be the longest …

Comedian Trevor Noah thought it was funny to crack jokes on India-Pakistan tension, Twitter spews anger
6 years ago

Comedian Trevor Noah thought it was funny to crack jokes on India-Pakistan tension, Twitter spews anger

India TV News  

South African comedian Trevor Noah, who hosts popular show The Daily Show, during an episode cracked distasteful jokes on ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. In the video which has now gone viral on the social media, the comedian can be heard saying that if India and Pakistan got into the war, it's going to be the most entertaining one. …

Trevor Noah show Sunday at NIU Convo postponed again
6 years, 3 months ago

Trevor Noah show Sunday at NIU Convo postponed again

Associated Press  

DeKALB – Trevor Noah, host of “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central, has again postponed his DeKalb show for Sunday after previously rescheduling it. “I hate cancelling shows, but I also hate the idea of losing my voice forever,” Noah said in a Tuesday statement. “So I’m postponing all this year’s stand-up shows and working hard on rehabbing the voice.” …

'Daily Show' host Trevor Noah defends Africa World Cup joke after backlash from French ambassador
6 years, 8 months ago

'Daily Show' host Trevor Noah defends Africa World Cup joke after backlash from French ambassador

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Daily Show host Trevor …

John Oliver to Trevor Noah, Jimmy Kimmel, Samantha Bee: Late-night comedy is new face of conscientious journalism
7 years, 5 months ago

John Oliver to Trevor Noah, Jimmy Kimmel, Samantha Bee: Late-night comedy is new face of conscientious journalism

Firstpost  

I have developed a pretty well thought out manner in which I consume world news nowadays, especially news pertaining to the US. For that matter, for anyone who watched any of the late shows this week and the earnest urgency with which Trevor Noah, Seth Meyers, Stephen Colbert, and even Jimmy Fallon talked about an issue as important as gun …

Comedy Central keeps Noah at ‘Daily Show’ through 2022
7 years, 6 months ago

Comedy Central keeps Noah at ‘Daily Show’ through 2022

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — In a strong vote of confidence for its late-night cornerstone, Comedy Central said Thursday it has agreed to a contract extension that will keep Trevor Noah as host of “The Daily Show” through 2022. The little-known South African comic was a leap of faith for Comedy Central when he was selected to succeed Jon Stewart at “The …

Jon Stewart’s legacy: It’s been 2 years since he left “The Daily Show” but his satire still has bite
7 years, 7 months ago

Jon Stewart’s legacy: It’s been 2 years since he left “The Daily Show” but his satire still has bite

Salon  

In the wake of the Charlottesville debacle, Jon Stewart took the opportunity to remind us all why we miss him so much on “The Daily Show." Even though Stewart described his job as “throwing spitballs” from the back of the room and insisted that “The Daily Show” mandate was to entertain, not inform, viewers disagreed. But now, two years since …

Trevor Noah And 'The Daily Show' Just Took Donald Trump Mockery To The Next Level
7 years, 9 months ago

Trevor Noah And 'The Daily Show' Just Took Donald Trump Mockery To The Next Level

Huff Post  

Well, good evening, everybody. You know, at “The Daily Show,” we faced a lot of criticism from people who’ve said we are haters of the President. We’ve noticed that there is a concerted effort by many people within the administration ― and from without ― who wish to silence the President’s tweets. And so we thought at “The Daily Show” …

Trevor Noah and Stephen Colbert step up: Donald Trump made "The Daily Show" and out-of-character Colbert relevant again
7 years, 11 months ago

Trevor Noah and Stephen Colbert step up: Donald Trump made "The Daily Show" and out-of-character Colbert relevant again

Salon  

While we had plenty of good satire during the 2016 election cycle, nothing quite matched the comedic impact of the dynamic duo of Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert when they hosted back-to-back shows on Comedy Central. The next year Stewart followed Colbert’s announcement with his own, telling fans he was ready to move on and depart as host of “The …

Late-night comedy rushes in to the Trump era
8 years, 1 month ago

Late-night comedy rushes in to the Trump era

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — HBO’s ads promoting John Oliver on “Last Week Tonight” depict him cowering behind a desk, with the tag line, “Scary times call for a scared man.” Be not afraid. There’s so much to work with that he said he toggles between “multiple Constitutional crises” and “mundane, every day weirdness,” like confusing comments Trump made about historical figure …

‘The Daily Show with Trevor Noah’ tries to makes us laugh on election night, fails
8 years, 4 months ago

‘The Daily Show with Trevor Noah’ tries to makes us laugh on election night, fails

LA Times  

To be fair, Trevor Noah had his work cut out for him going into the live election night edition of “The Daily Show.” Even the far more experienced Stephen Colbert struggled to put on a show in the face of early results no one had predicted, which resulted in a victory for Donald Trump, one of the show’s longtime favorite …

Trevor Noah emerging from Stewart’s shadow
8 years, 8 months ago

Trevor Noah emerging from Stewart’s shadow

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Maybe it’s time to forgive Trevor Noah for not being Jon Stewart. “Some people are still going, ‘you’re not Jon Stewart,’” Noah said. Praising House Democrats who used C-SPAN and the Internet to spread news about their sit-in to support gun legislation, he said, “I haven’t seen the young and old work that well together since the …

Trevor Noah Defends Obama From Conservative Criticism On Police Brutality
8 years, 8 months ago

Trevor Noah Defends Obama From Conservative Criticism On Police Brutality

Huff Post  

Trevor Noah, comedian and host of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” defended President Barack Obama this week against people who blame him for the recent Dallas shooting that left five police officers dead. Gavin Bond/Comedy Central Noah told The Huffington Post Thursday that he thinks Obama’s critics would rather have the president ignore the problems of police brutality and racial …

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