Paramount Wants Jon Stewart Back at ‘The Daily Show’ Beyond 2026
The comedian’s current deal expires in December as questions mount about what comes next The post Paramount Wants Jon Stewart Back at ‘The Daily Show’ Beyond 2026 appeared first on TheWrap .
Paramount is eager to retain Jon Stewart on "The Daily Show" beyond his current contract's expiration in 2026, according to a company insider. The insider confirmed that the network has expressed a strong desire to keep Stewart on the show, despite not yet reaching an extension. Stewart's current contract runs until December, and the company has shown interest in renewing his deal.
The timing of seeking an extension is not unusual, as Stewart did not re-sign his previous contract until November 2025. Following the cancellation of CBS' "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" in May, "The Daily Show" has become a key component of Comedy Central's strategy. The show has seen increased ratings and social media engagement since 2024.
Stewart, who returned to "The Daily Show" in 2024 after nine years, hosts the show on Mondays and serves as an executive producer. The show's news team and correspondents cover the remaining days.
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