Trevor Noah is a multi-talented South African actor, comedian, writer, TV host, and political commentator. He gained widespread recognition as the host of Comedy Central’s acclaimed show ‘The Daily Show’ starting in September 2015. In addition, he has made a name for himself as the host and creator of ‘Tonight with Trevor Noah’ on DStv and M-Net. Known for his charismatic presence, Trevor Noah is highly sought-after in the entertainment industry as a host.
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His impressive repertoire includes hosting various South African and American TV programs, talk shows, and more. In 2018, he was honored by Time magazine, featuring in their prestigious list of the ‘100 most influential people.’ Notably, Trevor Noah is a skilled polyglot, fluent in multiple languages including English, Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Tsonga, Tswana, Afrikaans, and German.
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Profile Summary
| Name: | Trevor Noah |
| Salary: | $16 Million |
| Monthly Income: | $1 Million |
| Date of Birth: | February 20, 1984 |
| Gender: | Male |
| Height: | 6 ft 1 in (1.82 m) |
| Profession: | South African comedian |
| Nationality: | South African |
| Age: | 39 Yrs |
Trevor Noah Biography
Trevor Noah, a renowned South African comedian, writer, and TV host, was born on February 20, 1984, in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. He attended Maryvale College, a private Roman Catholic primary and high school in Johannesburg.
In 2002, Trevor Noah made a brief appearance on an episode of the South African soap opera Isidingo. He also hosted an educational TV program called Run the Adventure (2004–2006) on SABC 2. Throughout his career, Trevor Noah showcased his comedic talents in various shows including The Blacks Only Comedy Show, the Heavyweight Comedy Jam, the Vodacom Campus Comedy Tour, the Cape Town International Comedy Festival, the Jozi Comedy Festival, and Bafunny Bafunny (2010).
In March 2015, Comedy Central announced that Trevor Noah would be taking over as the host of The Daily Show, succeeding Jon Stewart. He officially began his tenure on September 28, 2015. While there was a decline in viewership and Nielsen ratings compared to previous hosts, Trevor Noah’s Daily Show became the top-rated show for millennials, as per Comedy Central’s president.
Trevor Noah gained further acclaim with the publication of his memoir, Born a Crime, in November 2016. The book received positive reviews from major U.S. book critics. In addition to hosting The Daily Show, Trevor Noah had the honor of hosting the Grammy Awards twice, in 2021 and 2022.
Career
Trevor Noah started his entertainment career with a minor role in an episode of the South African TV program called “Isidingo.” He then ventured into hosting his own radio show called “Noah’s Ark” on YFM. Eventually, he shifted his focus to comedy and shared the stage with prominent South African comedians like Kagiso Lediga, David Kau, Riaad Moosa, Marc Lottering, and Nik Rabinowitz, as well as international comedians such as Carl Barron, Paul Rodriguez, and Dan Ilic.
Following his radio stint, Noah hosted the educational TV program “Run The Adventure” on SABC 2. In 2007, he became the host of the gossip-themed talk show “The Real Goboza” on SABC 1. The following year, he co-hosted “The Amazing Date” alongside Pabi Moloi. Noah also showcased his dancing skills as a contestant on the fourth season of “Strictly Come Dancing.”
He further established himself in the comedy scene with his show “Trevor Noah: The Racist.” In 2012, he made an appearance in the movie “Mad Buddies.” Two years later, he became a recurring contributor on the late-night talk and news satire program “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.” Eventually, on March 30, 2015, he took over as the host of the show, succeeding Stewart. In 2017, Noah developed and continues to host the talk show “The Opposition with Jordan Klepper.”
As a comedian, Trevor Noah has performed extensively throughout South Africa, participating in events and programs such as “The Blacks Only Comedy Show,” the “Vodacom Campus Comedy Tour,” the “Heavyweight Comedy Jam,” the “Cape Town International Comedy Festival,” “Bafunny Bafunny,” and the “Jozi Comedy Festival.” He has also released several stand-up comedy specials, including “Crazy Normal,” “The Daywalker,” “That’s Racist,” and “It’s My Culture.”
Personal Life
Trevor Noah was born on February 20, 1984, in Johannesburg, South Africa, to parents Robert and Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah. His father is of white ethnicity, while his mother is of black ethnicity. From his mother’s later marriage to Ngisaveni Abel Shingange, he gained two stepbrothers named Andrew and Isaac. Sadly, Noah and his mother endured physical abuse from his stepfather. However, his mother eventually divorced her abusive husband.
In terms of his romantic relationships, Noah was previously in a relationship with American singer and model Jordyn Taylor. In 2020, he began dating television actress Minka Kelly. However, the couple ended their relationship in May 2022.
Net Worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Trevor Noah’s net worth is an impressive $100 million as of 2023, with an annual earning of $16 million.
This substantial figure encompasses his substantial salary from hosting The Daily Show, along with the $14 million he has generated from his successful comedy tours in recent years, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
