Jon Stewart's Return Drives Highest 'Daily Show' Ratings in Almost Six Years
Comedian Jon Stewart's return to Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show' garnered the show its highest ratings in more than five years.
Comedian Jon Stewart's Return Brings High Ratings
Jon Stewart's return to Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show' resulted in the show achieving its highest ratings in over half a decade, according to data from Nielsen Media Research. The program received a total of 930,000 viewers, making it the most-watched late-night basic cable program since 2018. However, the ratings still fell short compared to the more than 2 million viewers who watched Fox News' 'Gutfeld', which has been the top-rated late-night show for several quarters.
The anticipation for Stewart's return had been building for weeks, and his monologue about the upcoming presidential election received mixed reviews. During his first show back, Stewart made jokes about President Biden and former President Trump, poking fun at their age and suitability for office. In an interview, Stewart expressed his desire to provide commentary and a unique way to express his thoughts on current affairs that people will enjoy.
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