Trevor Noah

About Trevor Noah

Johannesburg-born Trevor Noah, of Xhosa and Swiss-German descent, trod a unique path through the challenges of an apartheid society, drawing richly from his diverse roots. His unique upbringing in Soweto, where he oscillated between social classifications, figured profoundly in shaping his humor and worldview—laid bare in his memoir "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood."

Starting his career in post-apartheid South Africa with a soap opera stint and radio show host, Noah ventured into stand-up comedy in 2002. His humorous take on life soon struck a chord, propelling him to the forefront of the industry. He notched milestones as the first South African comedian to feature on "The Tonight Show" in 2012 and "Late Show with David Letterman" in 2013.

In 2014, he joined 'The Daily Show' as a contributor, laying bare his sharp political insights. And within a year, controversially replaced Jon Stewart as the show's host. Despite initial jitters, Noah's global perspective and candid humor won over audiences, placing 'The Daily Show' on a renewed path.

Noah's brand of comedy—laden with political satire, racial issues, and personal experiences—has resonated far and wide. Among his accolades, an MTV Movie & TV Award for Best Host in 2016, a Primetime Emmy for his YouTube series "The Daily Show: Between the Scenes" in 2017 and a Grammy nomination in 2020 for Best Comedy Album. All while his bestselling book "Born a Crime" affirmed his prowess as a writer, and his globally-toured stand-up specials continue making waves, including “Afraid of the Dark” on Netflix in 2017. As he navigates his dual role of global comedian and 'The Daily Show' host, Noah's star continues to rise.

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