Overview
- Comedy Central confirmed a one-year renewal that keeps Jon Stewart hosting on Mondays and serving as an executive producer through December 2026.
- The show’s News Team will continue to anchor Tuesday–Thursday episodes, with Ronny Chieng, Josh Johnson, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta and Desi Lydic returning alongside correspondents Troy Iwata and Grace Kuhlenschmidt.
- Ari Pearce, head of Comedy Central, praised Stewart’s impact in announcing the extension, calling the deal a win for audiences and partners.
- The decision follows strong performance for The Daily Show, including recent Emmy wins, the highest quarterly rating in four years and the biggest ratings share in a decade.
- Stewart has been renewing on a year-by-year basis since returning in 2024, and the extension secures his presence through the 2026 midterm cycle.