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Jon Stewart extends contract as Daily Show host through 2028

Outlets report that Jon Stewart has signed a new two-year deal to host and executive produce "The Daily Show" through the 2028 election.

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At a glance

  • Jon Stewart signed a two-year extension to remain host of "The Daily Show" through 2028.24
  • The deal keeps Stewart with the Comedy Central series through the next presidential election.24
  • Stewart will also continue serving as an executive producer on the show.34

Jon Stewart has agreed to a two-year contract extension to continue hosting "The Daily Show."24

The new agreement extends his tenure with the Comedy Central series through 2028.24

Under the contract, Stewart will remain in place through the next presidential election cycle.1234

Along with his duties on camera, he will continue working as an executive producer for the show.34

Where sources agree

  • Jon Stewart hosting through 20284 of 4
  • Coverage through the next presidential election4 of 4
  • Two-year contract extension2 of 4
  • Executive producer role2 of 4

Who covered this

4 National

Sources

  1. 1The New York TimesJon Stewart to Stay at ‘The Daily Show’ Through the 2028 Election ↗
  2. 2VarietyJon Stewart to Remain ‘Daily Show’ Host Through 2028 ↗
  3. 3The Hollywood ReporterJon Stewart Extends His ‘Daily Show’ Run Through 2028 ↗
  4. 4DeadlineJon Stewart Strikes Two-Year Deal To Remain As ‘The Daily Show’ Host Through 2028 ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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