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Trevor Noah

Actor · born February 20, 1984

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Trevor Noah is a South African comedian, writer, producer, political commentator, actor, and television host. He was the host of The Daily Show, an American late-night talk show and satirical news program on Comedy Central, from 2015 to 2022.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. ~33Named Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards2017
  2. ~34Named Time 1002018
  3. ~39Received the Erasmus Prize2023

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