*Trevor Noah has officially signed off at “The Daily Show” after hosting the late-night news program for 7 years.
In his final broadcast on Thursday night, Noah bid an emotional farewell to loyal viewers who tuned in weekly to watch his commentary on various social and political issues.
“I am so grateful,” Noah told the live audience, as reported by EW. “I remember when we started the show, we couldn’t get enough people to fill an audience,” he said, drawing a reaction from the crowd. “No, I always think it’s good; that’s how comedy is good enough,” he continued.
“Even the people who hate-watched — we still got the ratings, thank you. I’m eternally grateful to you,” Noah joked.
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“I’ve often been credited with having these grand ideas — people are like, ‘Oh Trevor, you’re so smart’ — and I’m like, ‘Who do you think teaches me? Who do you think has shaped me, nourished me, informed me,’ you know?” Noah said as he went on to praise his mom, grandmother, aunts, and Black women who have had a great impact on his life.
“I always tell people, if you truly want to learn about America, talk to Black women because unlike everybody else, Black women can’t afford to f— around and find out,” a visibly emotional Noah said.
“This has been an honor. Thank you,” he told the audience.
You can watch his full farewell message via the YouTube clip above.
Meanwhile, a slew of celebrities has been tapped to guest host Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” following Noah’s exit.
The network has revealed that Al Franken, Chelsea Handler, D. L. Hughley, Leslie Jones, John Leguizamo, Hasan Minhaj, Kal Penn, Sarah Silverman, Wanda Sykes and Marlon Wayans will fill in starting Tuesday, January 17th, CNN reports.
Correspondents and contributors on “The Daily Show” are also “set to host with additional details to be announced,” per Comedy Central.
“As we enter Trevor’s final week, we want to thank him for his many contributions,” said Chris McCarthy, president/CEO of Paramount Media Networks, according to the network statement, CNN reports.
In related news, Noah will kick off his worldwide Off The Record Tour starting in the US on January 20 at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia, The Blast reports.
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