CNN: ‘Daily Show’ Names Trevor Noah as Jon Stewart Replacement

The South African comic is able to speak six languages

PAUL: "The Daily Show naming a replacement for Jon Stewart. The New York Times reports Trevor Noah, a South African comedian, will assume the role. The 31-year-old made his debut in December as a contributor on the show. He's only had three appearances so far. An official announcement expected today.”

PEREIRA: “Remember when Jon Stewart joined The Daily Show, nobody knew who he was either.”

PAUL: "Is that tight? Was he unknown then?”

PEREIRA: “He wasn't -- I don't think he was as known, clearly not as known as he is now. So he went on to make quite a name for himself with the show so now it's his turn. Speaks six languages. How about that?”

CUOMO: “Who does?”

PEREIRA: “Trevor.”

CUOMO: "Trevor Noah?"

PEREIRA: “Yes. That's six languages."

CUOMO: “I never heard of him. But that's an interesting point is that who will he be going forward. Sometimes when you replace an icon like this -- I’ve had my differences with Mr. Stewart, that's what he is, maybe you can go in different direction."

PAUL: "Make it a serious show. Not funny at all."

CUOMO: “Let this person own it in terms of what they bring to the table not try to be Jon Stewart."

PAUL: "Well, it will be interesting."

PEREIRA: “We shall see."

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