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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Nice
He will be back if democrats loose to mock Republicans.
Now, his mission is accomplished
They should get someone funny now.
He’s actually being fired because the ratings are so low but I think they let him retire “”
who?
🕊🛫 ala Chappelle 🚀
Yay!
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.