Trevor Noah has recently brought his tenure as host of “The Daily Show” to a close after seven successful seasons. As the search for a permanent replacement begins, a lineup of guest hosts will take the helm, with Leslie Jones being the first to lead the show, starting January 17, 2023.
When Trevor Noah first took over the hosting duties in 2015, he brought a fresh perspective to the show and left a lasting impact on the audience. Reflecting on his time on the show, Trevor said in his September 29, 2022 episode, “It has been seven years since we started The Daily Show With Trevor Noah. And one of the overriding feelings I’ve found myself experiencing throughout the night and even today waking up, was a feeling of gratitude… And I want to say thank you to the audience for an amazing seven years. It’s been wild.”
As the search for a new host continues, a number of celebrities will step in to temporarily fill the role. Paramount Media Networks CEO Chris McCarthy sees this as an exciting opportunity to bring new energy to the show. He stated, “Trevor redefined the show, as did Jon Stewart before him, and as we look to the future, we are excited to reimagine it yet again with the help of this incredible list of talent and correspondents along with the immensely talented Daily Show team.”
Trevor Noah was the third host of “The Daily Show,” following in the footsteps of Jon Stewart and Craig Kilborn. The guest hosts have been announced through mid-February, and the show’s team is excited to see who will take the reins next. With the departure of Trevor Noah, the future of the show remains uncertain but it is sure to be an exciting time for the show and its fans.
Leslie Jones, a well-known comedian and actress, will be the first guest host to fill in for Trevor Noah on “The Daily Show”. The 55-year-old Saturday Night Live alum will anchor the show from January 17th to January 19th. With her experience as a cast member on SNL, where she frequently joined Colin Jost and Michael Che at the “Weekend Update” desk to deliver comedic takes on current events, Leslie is well-suited for the role of guest host on the show.
In addition to her time on SNL, Leslie has also starred in the 2016 reboot of Ghostbusters and released a Netflix comedy special called Time Machine in 2020. Ahead of her guest-hosting stint, Leslie has shared clips previewing her appearance on Instagram and the Daily Show has also shared a humorous clip of her naming different politicians.
In an interview with The New York Post, Leslie shared advice she got from Chris Rock before hosting, “He told me not to be Trevor [Noah] and not to be Jon Stewart, just be myself. I’m Leslie Jones, so it’s gonna be totally different, at least for me. Just like anything else that’s brought to me, it’s an opportunity to come and do something that I haven’t done before,” she said. Leslie also mentioned in an interview on Late Night With Seth Meyers that the whole show crew was very “helpful” and supportive.
Wanda Sykes, a highly accomplished comedian, will be stepping in to host “The Daily Show” from January 23rd to January 26th. With a wealth of experience in the comedy world, including her Emmy win as part of the writing staff for The Chris Rock Show in 1999 and numerous other nominations, Wanda is well-equipped to bring her unique brand of humor to current events. She has appeared in numerous popular comedy movies and shows, and released several specials, her most recent being “Not Normal” in 2019. Additionally, Wanda was one of the hosts of the 2022 Academy Awards.
Although she hasn’t been a regular host of the show, Wanda has made several guest appearances on “The Daily Show” in the past, her most recent being in 2017. Despite this, she is well-versed in current events and regularly shares her thoughts on important political and social issues on her Instagram account.
D.L. Hughley, a well-known comedian and radio host, will be stepping in as a guest host on “The Daily Show” from January 30th to February 2nd. With a career spanning decades, D.L. is a veteran in the comedy industry and has a wealth of experience in bringing the news to audiences in a humorous way. He has made several appearances on the show in the past, adding up to seven before this guest-hosting gig.
Apart from his stand-up comedy, D.L. has been hosting his own radio show since 2009 and even had his own comedic news show called “D.L. Hughley Breaks The News” on CNN in 2009. Even though it’s been a while, D.L. is still well-versed on current events, regularly sharing his thoughts and takes on the news on his Instagram account. He is sure to bring his unique perspective and humor to the show during his guest hosting stint.
Chelsea Handler, a well-known stand-up comedian and talk show host, will be taking over guest hosting duties on “The Daily Show” from February 6th to February 9th. Chelsea has a wide range of experience in the entertainment industry, having appeared in various shows throughout her career. Most notably, she hosted her own talk show “Chelsea Lately” from 2007 to 2014, and more recently the series “Chelsea Does” and “Chelsea” on Netflix from 2016 to 2017. Chelsea has also recently released her new comedy special “Revolution” in 2022.
Before her guest hosting gig, Chelsea has made several appearances on “The Daily Show” in the past, with her last one being five times. In January 2023, Chelsea teased her plans for the show during an appearance on “The View”, “I’m definitely going to talk about Elon Musk and George Santos because I’m chopping at the bit,” she said. “I love political news, and I love combining it with pop culture.” Chelsea’s unique blend of comedy and political commentary is sure to bring a fresh perspective to the show during her guest-hosting stint.
Sarah Silverman, a well-known comedian and actress, will be taking on the role of guest host on “The Daily Show” from February 13th to February 16th. Despite being the last person whose schedule has been announced, there are still many more guest hosts to come. Sarah has a wide range of experience in the entertainment industry, having starred in her own Comedy Central series “The Sarah Silverman Program” from 2007 to 2010. She has also won an Emmy award for her 2013 special “We Are Miracles.”
Sarah is known for being an outspoken comedian on political issues, often addressing them on her podcast. She also hosted the political comedy series “I Love You, America” on Hulu from 2017 until 2018. In a post on Instagram announcing her appearance on “The Daily Show,” Sarah wrote that she “can’t wait” to guest host. Her unique perspective on politics and social issues is sure to bring a fresh take to the show during her guest-hosting stint.
Al Franken, a well-known comedian, writer and former elected official, will be taking on the role of guest host on “The Daily Show” from February 20th to February 23rd. Al has a diverse background in the entertainment industry, starting as an original writer for Saturday Night Live, when the comedy show debuted in 1975. He remained with the show as a writer (occasionally appearing in sketches) until 1980, and then returned from 1985 to 1995. After leaving the show, Al continued working in comedy and wrote books, which joked about political issues. He notably hosted his own political talk show on Air America radio from 2004 to 2007. He’s also made seven appearances on The Daily Show, including two as a senator.
Al Franken’s political career began when he ran as the Democratic candidate for Minnesota and won in the 2008 election, serving as a senator for nearly a decade. However, his political career came to an end in 2018, when he was accused of sexual misconduct. Al apologized for the interactions, saying that he remembered the incident differently, via CNN. More women came forward and he subsequently resigned, although he did deny wrongdoing in some cases. Al has since said that he “absolutely” regrets resigning in a 2019 profile for The New Yorker.
Since resigning, Al has made appearances doing standup comedy and even guest-hosted Jimmy Kimmel Live! He also hosts his own podcast. Despite his past, Al is known for his wit and political commentary, and is sure to bring a unique perspective to “The Daily Show” during his guest-hosting stint.
John Leguizamo, a well-known Emmy-winning actor, comedian, and Broadway star, will be taking on the role of guest host on “The Daily Show” from February 27th to March 2nd. John has a diverse background in the entertainment industry, dabbling in both comedy and serious dramas. He is also known for using comedy to share news and stories about the Latin-American community, often spotlighting important issues (as well as his projects) on Instagram. John has made five appearances on “The Daily Show” prior to his guest hosting appearance.
John is known for his unique ability to use comedy as a tool to shed light on important issues affecting the Latin-American community, making him the perfect choice to guest host “The Daily Show”. His wit and political commentary are sure to bring a fresh perspective to the show during his guest-hosting stint.
Hasan Minhaj, a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor, will be returning to The Daily Show as a guest host for a week, nearly five years after leaving the show. Hasan was a senior correspondent on the show from 2014 to 2018, during which time he also was the guest speaker at the 2017 White House Correspondent’s Dinner. He may not be a part of the show any longer, but he has clearly kept up on political issues. His two standup specials, Homecoming King and The King’s Jester, dabbled in political humor, but he was also the host of the Netflix comedy news show Patriot Act from 2018 until 2020.
Hasan has a unique ability to blend political humor with personal anecdotes, making him the perfect choice to guest host The Daily Show. He has a strong connection with the show, as he has been a part of the team and has a deep understanding of the show’s format. He will bring a fresh perspective to the show during his guest-hosting stint, and fans are excited to see him back on the show.
Kal Penn, 45, a well-known actor, comedian, and political figure, will be taking on the role of guest host on “The Daily Show” from March 6th to March 9th. Kal has been praised for his comedic roles (like the Harold and Kumar films) as well as his dramatic acting skills (like in Smile or The Namesake). Aside from his acting, Kal was also the Associate Director in the White House Office of Public Engagement from 2010 until 2011 (aside from a small absence to work on a Harold and Kumar film), during President Barack Obama’s administration. He was also the co-chair for Obama’s re-election campaign and served on the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities.
Kal Penn brings a unique perspective to the show, as he has a background in both entertainment and politics. His experience and connections in the political world will bring a fresh perspective to the show and will give him the ability to comment on current events from a different angle. He has a strong understanding of the political landscape and is known to share his views on political issues on his Instagram. Fans are excited to see him bring his unique blend of comedy and political insight to the show.
Marlon Wayans, 50, is a well-known actor, comedian, writer, and producer who is set to guest host “The Daily Show” from March 13th to March 16th. He’s a seasoned veteran in the comedy world and has been entertaining audiences for decades. With his quick wit and impeccable timing, Marlon has made a name for himself in the industry, with numerous hit comedies under his belt. He got his start on the sketch show In Living Color, but was also a producer for the first two Scary Movie films as well as the hit comedy White Chicks. In addition to his work on film and television, Marlon has also been a regular on the standup comedy circuit, performing his unique brand of comedy to audiences all over the country.
Marlon’s diverse background in comedy, ranging from sketch comedy to stand-up, makes him a perfect fit for “The Daily Show” format. His ability to comment on current events with a comedic twist will be sure to entertain audiences. Marlon’s previous appearances on the show and his experience in the comedy industry will make him a valuable addition to the hosting team. Fans are excited to see him bring his unique brand of humor to the show.
Samantha Bee, 53, is a familiar face to Daily Show audiences as she was a correspondent on the series alongside Jon Stewart for 12 seasons between 2003 and 2015. Despite her long tenure on the show, she was not considered a frontrunner to take over as host after Jon’s departure in 2015, with the role going to Trevor Noah instead. Bee has since hosted her own successful show, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, on TBS which aired from 2016 to 2022. As she is now back on the market, fans are speculating that she could finally take the reins at The Daily Show.
Roy Wood Jr., a 44-year-old comedian and correspondent on The Daily Show since 2015, is also being considered as a potential replacement for Trevor Noah. He has a strong background in stand-up comedy and has appeared in films such as Confess and Fletch, as well as hosting a podcast. However, reports suggest that Comedy Central executives are still considering other candidates and there is speculation that the next host could be a woman. The network has not yet made any official announcements on the matter.