Former Daily Show host, Jon Stewart has signed a four-year deal with HBO to produce topical videos for the network's internet services.
Former 'The Daily Show' host signs 4-year deal with HBO
Jon Stewart will be producing short-form video content for HBO’s digital platforms.
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The produced content will be featured on the network's streaming services apps.
“Jon Stewart led a revolution that changed the face of TV comedy on the ‘Daily Show,’” said , HBO’s president of original programming.
“He graced our network nearly 20 years ago, so we’re thrilled to welcome back his immense talents in this next chapter of his career.”
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Before he kicked off his tenure on 'Daily Show', Stewart headlined the 1996 HBO comedy special 'Unleavened.'
Speaking on the new deal, Stewart said;
"Appearing on television 22 minutes a night clearly broke me. I'm pretty sure I can produce a few minutes of content every now and again."
No official start date has been announced, but according to several reports, the deal will kick off in 2016.
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Stewart stepped down as 'The Daily Show' host in August, after 16 years of hosting the nightly satire show.
In March 2015, as a replacement for Stewart.
Watch Stewart announce his exit;
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