Jon Stewart Expresses Desire for Trevor Noah’s Return to The Daily Show
Jon Stewart recently shared his hopes regarding the potential return of Trevor Noah to The Daily Show, expressing that it would be a delightful prospect if the two could share the spotlight. During an entertaining exchange with reporters backstage at the Emmys, Stewart humorously questioned, “Am I being fired?” when asked about welcoming Noah back. However, he quickly clarified his position, stating, “That’d be lovely. The more the merrier.”
Following The Daily Show’s Outstanding Talk Series win at the 76th Emmys, Stewart took a moment to appreciate the current team while also acknowledging that they might be on borrowed time. He remarked that with the competitive nature of television, it’s likely another producer with more resources will soon come along and snatch someone away from the show.
Stewart has committed to staying with The Daily Show through the upcoming presidential election, joking that his time might extend indefinitely as the political landscape evolves. “My feeling is this election will never end. So why would I? How could I leave?” he mused, suggesting he might remain involved until the country has weathered the emotional storms of the election cycle.
As the show looks ahead, Stewart aims to navigate the challenging political climate without succumbing to pressure for profound statements about current events. He emphasized a focus on consistency and quality, stating, “As long as we try and stay true to what we do well, we’ll handle situations as they arise.”
In a poignant moment, Stewart addressed the heightened emotions surrounding the current political atmosphere, advocating for a “no shooting policy” following a recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. He expressed the urgent need for cooler heads to prevail, asserting, “I believe instituting a no shooting policy would be the way to take things down a notch.”
This dialogue underscores Stewart’s ongoing commitment to The Daily Show and his desire to blend humor and engagement while tackling the complexities of today’s political discourse.