After more than 15 years at the helm of Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” Jon Stewart has become a pillar of American television and his searing satire has won the hearts of viewers — of all stripes — around the nation. As Comedy Central president Michele Ganeless wrote, “His comedic brilliance is second to none.”
On Tuesday, Stewart’s announcement that he will be leaving “The Daily Show” was met with a range of reactions: from shock and sadness, to appreciation for a man whose wit is legendary.
Here are some notable reactions to Stewart’s announced retirement.
You’re the best Jon, it’s really that simple. Please take all the time you need to finish, like years!! Just keeping it 100!! #cantquityou
— Larry Wilmore (@larrywilmore) February 11, 2015
Washington is rigged for the big guys – and no person has more consistently called them out for it than Jon Stewart. Good luck, Jon!
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— Twitter Data (@TwitterData) February 11, 2015
Tonight! For once, you wanna stay through the interview.
— The Daily Show (@TheDailyShow) February 11, 2015
Thank you Jon. pic.twitter.com/yPdxjnkuLw
— Comedy Central (@ComedyCentral) February 10, 2015
