South African comedian, writer, and television host Trevor Noah became a particularly hot topic upon ending his seven-year run on “The Daily Show” in late 2022, but his influence had been growing exponentially for years. Introduced to American audiences in 2015 by Jon Stewart, who personally selected Noah to replace him as host, Noah came to develop notable acclaim as a stand-up comedian and political commentator. His rise from the ghetto in Johannesburg to worldwide celebrity has been stunning – as was his sudden choice to retire from “The Daily Show.” Discover more about Noah’s life and comedy and what he hopes will develop for the future
Instructor: Joy Katzen-Guthrie