Trevor Noah

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South African comedian, television host, and political commentator

Trevor Noah

Name	Trevor Noah
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Birth date	Birth date -1st March 1966
Birth place	Johannesburg, South Africa
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Occupation	Comedian, television host, political commentator, actor, producer, writer
Years active	2002–present
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Known for	The Daily Show
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Trevor Noah (born 20 February 1984) is a South African comedian, television host, political commentator, actor, producer, and writer. He is best known for hosting The Daily Show, an American satirical news program on Comedy Central.

Early life

Trevor Noah was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, to a Xhosa mother and a Swiss-German father. His upbringing during the apartheid era in South Africa significantly influenced his comedic and political perspectives.

Career

Early career

Noah began his career in South Africa, where he hosted several television shows, including Run The Adventure (2004–2006), The Real Goboza (2007–2008), and Trevor Noah: The Daywalker (2009). He gained international recognition through his stand-up comedy, which often addresses social and political issues.

The Daily Show

In 2014, Noah joined The Daily Show as a contributor. He succeeded Jon Stewart as the host in 2015. Under his tenure, the show has continued to address current events with a blend of humor and critical analysis. Noah's unique perspective as a South African has brought a fresh voice to the program.

Other work

In addition to his work on The Daily Show, Noah has released several stand-up specials, including Trevor Noah: African American (2013) and Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia (2018). He is also the author of the bestselling memoir Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood (2016), which details his experiences growing up in apartheid South Africa.

Personal life

Noah is known for his advocacy on various social issues, including racial equality, LGBTQ+ rights, and gender equality. He has been recognized for his efforts to use comedy as a platform for social change.

Awards and recognition

Trevor Noah has received numerous awards and nominations for his work, including several Primetime Emmy Awards nominations for The Daily Show. He has also been listed among Time magazine's 100 most influential people.

See also

• List of South African comedians
• List of The Daily Show correspondents
• List of stand-up comedians