Trevor Noah, comedian and Daily Show host, is set to leave the satirical news program after seven years.
He made the announcement on Thursday via a video posted to the show’s Twitter account.
“My time has come,” the 38-year-old stated.
“It’s been absolutely incredible.” “I never expected it,” he said of his experience hosting the show. “I found myself thinking about everything we’ve been through the entire time.” The Trump presidency, the pandemic, just the journey, more pandemic, and I realize that my time is up after seven years.”
After being grounded by the COVID-19 pandemic, the South African comedian said he missed traveling.
“I spent two years in my apartment rather than on the road,” he explained.
“I realized there’s another part of my life I want to explore further.”
Former host Jon Stewart, who hosted the show for 16 years before leaving in 2015, helped propel it to prominence.
Many people were surprised when Noah, a relatively unknown, was announced as Stewart’s replacement.
There has been no indication of who will succeed Noah.
“With no timetable for his departure, we’re collaborating on next steps,” said the Comedy Central show’s owner, the Paramount Global cable network, in a statement to US media.
“We are grateful to Trevor for our incredible seven-year partnership.” Looking ahead, we’re excited for the next chapter in The Daily Show’s 25-year history, as it continues to redefine culture through sharp and hilarious social commentary, assisting audiences in making sense of the world around them.”
In his best-selling memoir “Born a Crime,” Noah detailed his upbringing in apartheid-era South Africa as the son of a black South African mother and a white Swiss-German father.
He thanked his fans, “The Daily Show” team, and Comedy Central for “believing in this random comedian nobody knew on this side of the world.”
“I’ve loved hosting this show; it’s been one of my greatest challenges and joys,” Noah said.
The comedian, writer, and producer has received numerous awards, including a Primetime Emmy.
