Jon Stewart is an American Actor, comedian, writer, producer, director, political commentator and a TV host. He is best known for being the host of a long-running American night satirical talk show, The Daily Show. He has been working as host of The Daily Show on Comedy Central since 1995.
Stewart got his breakthrough role via an American television sitcom called The Larry Sanders Show (1992). He left the Daily show in 2015. In the year 2024, he returned to The Daily Show. On Apple TV+, he hosted The Problem with Jon Stewart (2021-2023).
Before Fame
Jon began his career as a stand-up comedian. In the early 90s, he performed as a host of Short Attention Span Theater. In the year 1992 to 1993 he hosted an MTV sketch comedy show called You Wrote It, You Watch It. Later in 1993 he hosted his own show on MTV, The Jon Stewart Show.
Early Life & Education
He was born in at Doctors Hospital, Manhattan, New York City. Jon late father Donald Leibowitz was an energy coordinator while his mother, Marian Leibowitz, a former teacher and educational consultant. He has three siblings. In 1980, Jon attended Lawrence High School and later in 1984 William & Mary University.
Jon Stewart Wiki/Biography
| Real Name | Jonathan Stuart Leibowitz |
| Nick Name | Jon Stewart |
| Date of Birth | November 28, 1962 |
| Age (As of 2025) | 62 years |
| Birthplace | New York, United States |
| Zodiac sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Caucasian |
| Hair Color | Grey |
| Eye Color | Green |
| Net Worth (as of 2025) | $120 million |
Body Measurements
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (169 cm or 1.69 m) |
| Weight | 91 kg (201 lbs) |
| Body Measurements | 40-34-36 |
| Body Shape | Rectangle |
| Body Build | Fit |
| Dress Size | 14 (US) |
| Shoe Size | 9 (US) |
Personal Details
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Tracey McShane (m. 2000) |
| Children | Maggie Rose Stewart, Nathan Thomas Stewart |
| Siblings | Larry Leibowitz, Dan Leibowitz, and Matt Leibowitz |
| Father | Donald Leibowitz |
| Mother | Marian Leibowitz |
| Grandparents | No information |
Age, Height & Weight
Jon Stewart was born on November 28, 1962. As of 2025, he is 62 years old. At approximately 5 feet 7 inches (1.69 m) in height, she weighs approximately 91 kg (201 lbs). He is physically in a very good shape and has body measurements of around 40-34-36 inches.
Wife & Children
His production assistant on Wishful Thinking arranged a blind date between Jon and Tracey Lynn McShane. Their first date was a disaster, but as soon as they started opening up to each other, they finally bonded, and it all worked out at the end of the day.
Stewart wanted to make his proposal unique, aided by his friend Will Shortz, he created a personalized crossword puzzle and proposed to her, Tracey accepted his proposal. In 2000, Jon Stewart married Tracey Lynn McShane. He has two children named Maggie Rose Stewart and Nathan Thomas Stewart.
Net Worth
Stewart has been working as a host, actor and political commentator since 1987. At the height of his tenure at The Daily Show, he made over $25 million annually, topping all the broadcast network competitors. Jon is the highest paid late night host, with an estimated net worth of around $120 million.
Some Interesting Facts About Jon Stewart
- He is an American nationality holder of Caucasian ethnicity.
- Jon is of Jewish heritage, but he is irreligious.
- He majored in Chemistry from College of William & Mary. Later, he switched to psychology.
- After graduating, he worked as a busboy in a Mexican restaurant.
- After leaving The Daily Show in 2015, he started playing drums as amusement and hobby.
- Tracey once mentioned that Jon had two cats from a past relationship.
- He does the New York Times crossword every night with his wife.
- He is a baseball player and a fan of New York Mets.
- When Johan Santana threw the first no-hitter in franchise history on June 1, 2012, he was in the attendance and very much loved it.
- His favorite musical group and hip hop brand is Beastie Boys.
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FAQs About Jon Stewart
He was born on November 28, 1962. He is 62 years old.
He is 5 feet 7 inches (1.69 m) tall.
He has lost over 40 pounds of weight.
Initially, no, but his wife Tracey – author of Do Unto Animals, inspired him to change his diet and go vegan.
Yes, he is married to Tracey McShane. He has two children, Maggie Rose Stewart and Nathan Thomas Stewart
His wife, Tracey Stewart, is a trained veterinary technician. She is not an actress, but she has supported her actor and comedian husband in all of his endeavors.
He has won over two Grammy Award and twenty-two Emmy Awards.
Hosting the satirical Television news program The Daily Show made him incredibly famous.
He works as a political commentator, host, actor, producer, writer, and a director.
As of now, he is continuing his duty as a host of The Daily Show for one night a week. Furthermore, he is a producer of the show. He currently resides in Colts Neck, New Jersey.
