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The Daily Show Quotes

Memories and moments from The Daily Show

These quotes trace The Daily Show's history, from Jon Stewart's introduction as host at a Comedy Central press conference to Trevor Noah's exaggerated on-screen persona, quirks included.

The first time I met Jon Stewart was at the press conference that Comedy Central held to announce Jon would be the new host of 'The Daily Show,' which back then was not called 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.'

Quotes by Stephen Colbert

Doing a daily show with Aamir will not make me miss Aamir. So no daily soaps with my husband.

Quotes by Sanjeeda Sheikh

I'm made of dead stars, I eat a lot of fruits, and I hate peak period travel, as opposed to my character on 'The Daily Show with Trevor Noah,' who is made of jello, eats vegan, and loves camping.

Quotes by Ronny Chieng

The first year or so on The Daily Show is pretty intense in terms of travel. You're going to the worst places in the country, talking to the craziest people in the world.

Quotes by Rob Corddry

Frequently Asked Questions

Who introduced Jon Stewart as the new host of The Daily Show?
One quote recalls Comedy Central holding a press conference specifically to announce Jon Stewart taking over hosting duties.
How does Trevor Noah describe his on-air character?
He jokingly contrasts his real habits with his character's, saying the character seems made of jello, eats vegan, and loves camping.
Is working on The Daily Show physically demanding?
Yes, one quote describes the first year as intense, involving travel to difficult locations and encounters with unusual people.
Did anyone host a similar daily show outside the US?
Yes, one quote references hosting a daily show alongside a co-host named Aamir, distinct from the American program.
Where can I read more quotes about comedy and performance?
See our Character quotes for more on performers and the personas they create.

Other lines highlight the grind behind the comedy, describing early years filled with demanding travel to unusual, often difficult places in search of the world's most memorable interview subjects.