Trevor Noah to leave ‘The Daily Show’ after hosting for seven years | USA TODAY

After seven years of hosting “The Daily Show,” Trevor Noah announced that he is leaving the Comedy Central show, saying it’s been “absolutely amazing”.

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Trevor Noah is departing "The Daily Show" after seven years.

The comedian, 38, announced during a taping of the long-running Comedy Central show Thursday that he will be leaving the comedic current-events program.

"I remember when we first started … so many people didn't believe in us. It was a crazy bet to make. I still think it was a crazy choice, this random African," said Noah, who hails from South Africa. "What a journey it’s been. … It’s been absolutely amazing. It's something that I never expected."

He added: "After the seven years, my time is up, but in the most beautiful way, honestly. I’ve loved hosting this show. … But after seven years I feel like it's time."

Noah's announcement earned a standing ovation from the masked studio audience.

A Comedy Central spokesperson said in a statement Thursday that there is no timetable for Noah's departure and that the network is working with him on next steps.

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8 comments

  1. What a coward leaving the fight when the fight is at its fullest. I have 0 respect for this man anymore it’s a case of take the money and run when a gutless fool.

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