Jon Stewart signs on to host ‘The Daily Show’ through 2028
The extension keeps Stewart at the desk through the 2028 presidential election as the show posts strong ratings and 1.9 billion social views, Comedy Central said.
- On Monday, Oct. 19, Skydance Corporation announced that Jon Stewart will continue hosting and executive producing 'The Daily Show' through December 2028, securing his position through the November 2028 election.
- The announcement resolves speculation regarding Stewart's future following the recent $110 billion merger between Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery, as observers had questioned whether the new conglomerate would retain the host, known for his criticism of Trump.
- Stewart will continue his Monday night hosting duties, while correspondents Ronny Chieng, Josh Johnson, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Desi Lydic rotate hosting the Tuesday-Thursday episodes, with Jen Flanz serving as showrunner.
- 'The Daily Show' recorded its highest third-quarter viewership in eight years with more than 1 million viewers, following a strong year that included winning two Emmy Awards in 2026.
- Stewart's extension comes amid broader industry instability, including the cancellation of 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' last year, signaling Skydance's commitment to maintaining the influential late-night franchise within its portfolio.
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Daily Show Signs Jon Stewart Through 2028 Election
One veteran host is not leaving a late-night talk show. Comedy Central announced Monday that Jon Stewart will stay in his once-a-week anchor job as host of The Daily Show through 2028—meaning he'll be at the desk for the next presidential campaign and election. Ronny Chieng, Josh Johnson, Jordan...
Jon Stewart signs on to continue as ‘Daily Show’ host through 2028
By Danielle Broadway LOS ANGELES, Oct 19 (Reuters) - Comedian Jon Stewart will continue hosting Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" on Mondays and serving as an executive producer through 2028, Skydance Television said on Monday. "We are excited to co...
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