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Paramount Wants Jon Stewart Contract Extended Beyond 2026

8/18/2026

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Paramount Global wants to extend Jon Stewart, host of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” contract beyond its December 2026 expiration.
Stewart’s current deal, renewed in November, runs through December 2026 after his 2024 return.
Insiders say no extension past 2026 is finalized despite strong interest.
The Daily Show posted its highest Q2 rating among adults 18-49 since 2017, with episodes up 66% year over year, and earned seven Emmy nominations.

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Paramount Global wants to extend Jon Stewart, host of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” contract beyond its December 2026 expiration.
Stewart’s current deal, renewed in November, runs through December 2026 after his 2024 return.
Insiders say no extension past 2026 is finalized despite strong interest.
The Daily Show posted its highest Q2 rating among adults 18-49 since 2017, with episodes up 66% year over year, and earned seven Emmy nominations.