Jon Stewart: Life and Career

Jon Stewart is an American journalist, TV host, writer, producer, author, political satirist and comedian. Jon is currently most famous for hosting his own late-night program on Comedy Central, The Daily Show. The funny-man has actually made numerous looks on CNN, Fox, MSNBC, as a political and media specialist. Jon broke out in the 90s, when he had his own TELEVISION program on MTV, The Jon Stewart Show. To date, Jon has gained 16 Emmy Awards; he also hosted the 78th and 80th Academy Awards. Best Known For: Jon Stewart is best known for The Daily Show, The Jon Stewart Show, and for criticizing politics and the media. Personal Life: Jon married his girlfriend of 4 years, Tracey McShane, in 2000. Together, they have 2 kids: Nathan and Maggie. Jon proposed to Tracey with a crossword puzzle with the help of the crossword editor at the New York Times, Will Shortz. Jon considers himself to be a "socialist".
Date of Birth: November 28, 1962.
Hometown: New York City, New York, United States.