One looming question late night question has been officially answered: Jon Stewart is staying at "The Daily Show," at least through 2028.
Comedy Central, a part of the newly combined Skydance Corporation (formerly Paramount Skydance), announced Monday, Oct. 19 that the comedian and outspoken critic of President Donald Trump, 63, will continue hosting and executive producing
the Emmy-winning late-night franchise through Dec. 2028.The announcement ends speculation about Stewart's future as his current contract approaches its December expirationand ensures Stewart will be in the host's chair through the Nov. 2028 election.
"Jon Stewart is a generational talent and 'The Daily Show' continues to be one of the most influential franchises on television
and a cornerstone of Comedy Central," George Cheeks, co-chair and chief content officer of Skydance TV, said in a statement. "We are excited to continue our partnership with Jon and his award winning news team."
Stewart will continue sharing hosting duties with "The Daily Show" news team, including Ronny Chieng, Josh Johnson, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta and Desi Lydic, along with Troy Iwata and Grace Kuhlenschmidt. Stewart traditionally hosts Monday night.
Stewart will also remain an executive producer alongside showrunner Jen Flanz and his longtime manager, James Dixon.
The announcement comes amid continued upheaval in late-night television, including CBS' cancellation of "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert," which ended in May.
Stewart's return also follows a strong year for "The Daily Show," which won two Emmy Awards in 2026. According to Comedy Central, the program recorded its highest third-quarter viewership among total viewers in eight years.
"The Daily Show" airs weeknights at 11 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central, with episodes streaming the following day on Paramount+.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jon Stewart's future as 'Daily Show' host has been decided through 2028
