News·October 19, 2026 at 2:30 PM EDT·3 sources
Jon Stewart to Stay at ‘The Daily Show’ Through the 2028 Election
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What happened
- Jon Stewart will remain host of “The Daily Show” through the 2028 election.
- Ratings have surged since Stewart returned more than two years ago to host Monday-night episodes.
Why it matters
The extension provides continuity for the program through a major election cycle and reflects the commercial value of stronger ratings for its network and owners.
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Timeline
- First reported by DeadlineOct 19Jon Stewart Strikes Two-Year Deal To Remain As ‘The Daily Show’ Host Through 2028
- Variety reportsOct 19Jon Stewart to Remain ‘Daily Show’ Host Through 2028
- The New York Times reportsOct 19Jon Stewart to Stay at ‘The Daily Show’ Through the 2028 Election
Who is involved
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Sources (3)
- DeadlineOct 19Jon Stewart Strikes Two-Year Deal To Remain As ‘The Daily Show’ Host Through 2028
- VarietyOct 19Jon Stewart to Remain ‘Daily Show’ Host Through 2028
- The New York TimesOct 19Jon Stewart to Stay at ‘The Daily Show’ Through the 2028 Election
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