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[Amory]

Oh...man. That sucks

 

[danm999]

Gutting news, felt like he'd be hosting the show forever.

 

[megamerican]

I love Norm as a comedian, but I don't think you guys want him talking about politics.

No, that's actually exactly why I would love to see him host.

 

[Oriel]

Seriously, I need John during Hilary's campaign/reign

He's probably so jaded from the '08 and '12 campaigns that anything on the latest election cycle would probably just be a rehash of old material.

 

[Nickle]

Jon Stewart is going to run for President in 2016.

 

[Mac the KNife]

Dang. I had a feeling but still a little surprised.

 

[Hypemaster]

Well goodbye CC.

 

[HylianTom]

Wait.. do when know when he's leaving?

nevermind. saw the release. And saw that CC says the show will go on.

 

[Gentleman Jack]

Auto-correct wrecking this thread lol. Jon Steward all over.

The Brian Williams thing is a joke, friends.

I remember when Craig Kilborn got the boot and on his inaugural week of hosting the Late Late Show, was making jokes about how the Daily Show wouldn't last without him as host.

 

[Sax Russel]

Jon Stewart is the new Spider Man

 

[ZealousD]

Yea, wasn't expecting this, maybe Jason Jones will take over.

Jason Jones practically plays a character on the show. His show would look more like The Colber Report, I guess.

 

[IDKAboutThat]

At least last week tonight is still a thing. I need those satirical news drugs to keep flowing. Seriously though, end of a fucking era.

 

[Bobby Roberts]

maybe he could do it..... but Idk he doesn't have that stewart level of indignation that is needed to convey how stupid people in politics truly are

I think he does, it just comes out smoother/meaner than Stewart.

 

[fallengorn]

Terrible news. Hope they get a good replacement.

 

[SlowRevolution]

The Daily Show with Whitney Cummings!

 

[Kibbles]

Colbert, then Ferguson, and now Stewart. This has been a sad year for late night TV.

Yeah this is terrible There is no replacement.

 

[Admiral Woofington]

Colbert and Stewart are gone?

How many goats should I sacrifice so we get double trouble hosts for the late night talk show

Late Night with Colbert and Stewart

 

[Dishwalla]

Wonder if he actually talks about it on tonight's show. Guess I'll be tuning in at 11 tonight.

 

[kirby_fox]

I was wondering about this when Colbert left. I figured his time there was just as limited. I expect @midnight to be cancelled at some point now shortly.

 

[iMax]

This is depressing. We're going to lose two of the greatest American satirists within the span of 12 months. That's such a bummer. They were up there with Mark Twain.

I wonder if Stewart will do more movies now. I was surprised that Rosewater didn't expand into many theaters and seemingly lost money. I have a spot in my heart for the hope he makes a contemporary "Mr Smith Goes to Washington", but I don't think it'll ever happen.

What a sad day...

Dude, they're not dying.

 

[Nibel]

 

[Jonm1010]

Man I don't understand the people saying they aren't surprised. I am actually shocked. I really kind of thought he would carry this on for another decade.

I always thought he sort of made sure they took enough time off and stuff that he and his staff wouldn't get burned out but I guess I never realized just how long he's been on air.

Really hope he goes on to bigger and better things and doesn't just retire altogether.

 

[MisterNoisy]

Oh wow. End of an era, to be sure.

 

[Keasar]

No!

God why no.

I have watched The Daily Show actively for the past 8-10 years since I discovered it. Even today I find it just as great and funny.

I don't want to see him leave just yet.

 

[mreddie]

Right before 2016? Oh come on.

 

[Revolutionary]

Eh it's about time I'd say. The recent correspondents have been lacking (especially Jessica), with the exception of the South African dude.

 

[Fusebox]

Welp, no TDS and no Colbert, time to throw my TV out in the trash it's useless now.

Eh it's about time I'd say. The recent correspondents have been lacking (especially Jessica), with the exception of the South African dude.

Who's the South African dude?

Jessica had a much better start than Jordan did, I think she's terrific and she meets my requirement of 'anyone but Schaal for gods sake'.

 

[ahoyhoy]

This is depressing. We're going to lose two of the greatest American satirists within the span of 12 months. That's such a bummer. They were up there with Mark Twain.

I wonder if Stewart will do more movies now. I was surprised that Rosewater didn't expand into many theaters and seemingly lost money. I have a spot in my heart for the hope he makes a contemporary "Mr Smith Goes to Washington", but I don't think it'll ever happen.

What a sad day...

That would make for an amazing film if done with the right amount of dark satire.

 

[noshten]

Are Comedy Central cutting costs or what?

 

[YesNOnoNOYes]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOO

D:

i would miss him so much D:

NOOOOOOOOOOO

 

[CreeperBlocks]

 

[AudioNoir]

My heart was not ready for this.

 

[jtb]

Are Comedy Central cutting costs or what?

I doubt it. 10, 15 years (respectively) is a long time. I guess the writing was on the wall with Stewart's new film. He wants to do new things. Good for him. Doesn't mean I won't miss him on the Daily Show.

 

[Village]

Time for The Daily Show with Norm Macdonald!

How do we make this happen

 

[Lactose_Intolerant]

I don't even watch it anymore. Colbert was better and he left too.

 

[lastflowers]

I hope the nightly show gets more viewers! LARRY LARRY LARRY LARRY

 

[tbm24]

Now where I'm going to get the news presented in the best way now? Sigh, the years have been good with him around. Gonna miss them.

 

[davepoobond]

Holy shit.

 

[Lumination]

It was written on the wall. There was a section on Comedians in Cars where he basically said that he was ready to go at any moment. TDS is too topical to be relevant as a legacy.

RIP comedy central

 

[Bobby Roberts]

What about Aisha Tyler.

Or bumping Jessica Williams up to the big desk?

 

[Turin]

 

[Raxus]

This day was going so well too.

Fuck He leaves mighty big shoes to fill. Shame John Oliver can no longer take his place now he has a comfy position at HBO.

 

[Goodstyle]

Godspeed Jstew

 

[iMax]

I wonder if John Hodgman would be feasible?

 

[Jonm1010]

I doubt it. 10, 15 years (respectively) is a long time. I guess the writing was on the wall with Stewart's new film. He wants to do new things. Good for him. Doesn't mean I won't miss him on the Daily Show.

I guess that was the cue but I kind of just took it as Stewart was going to slowly take a more backseat approach. Taking extended breaks every year or other year to pursue new projects. Allowing the show to sort of take on new identities from time to time like with Oliver at the helm.

 

[Dartastic]

Then don't watch it? I can't imagine going through life watching things you hate.

I don't, but the continued popularity of the show is quite literally contributing to problems in the city I live in, which is Portland.

 

[xsarien]

Dammit dammit dammit dammit dammit.

Spoiler

Dammit.

 

[the_log_ride]

Can we get Craig Kilbon back as host now?

 

[Bobby Roberts]

I don't, but the continued popularity of the show is quite literally contributing to problems in the city I live in, which is Portland.

It is?

I'm not aware of these problems.

 

[arab]

fuck