Jon Stewart's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jon Stewart. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jon Stewart is a multifaceted American entertainer, best known for hosting 'The Daily Show' from 1999-2015 and part-time since 2024, a satirical news program that significantly influenced political discourse. He also hosted 'The Problem with Jon Stewart' on Apple TV+. His work is characterized by sharp wit, political satire, and social commentary. Stewart's contributions have earned him numerous awards, including multiple Primetime Emmy Awards, Grammy Awards, Peabody Awards, the Bronze Medallion, and the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

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2000: Peabody Award for 'Indecision 2000'

In 2000, The Daily Show won a Peabody Award for its coverage of the US presidential election, titled "Indecision 2000".

December 2003: Named "Who's Next?" by Newsweek

In December 2003, Newsweek magazine named Jon Stewart the "Who's Next?" person for 2004, predicting he would become a major sensation in the coming year.

2003: Primetime Emmy Award and Outstanding Variety Series

In 2003, The Daily Show won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program. It also won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Variety, Music, or Comedy Series, beginning a 10-year winning streak in that category.

2004: Commencement Speaker and Honorary Degree

In 2004, Jon Stewart spoke at the commencement ceremonies at his alma mater, William & Mary, and received an honorary Doctor of Arts degree.

2004: Primetime Emmy Award

In 2004, The Daily Show received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program.

2004: Peabody Award for 'Indecision 2004'

In 2004, The Daily Show won a Peabody Award for its coverage of the US presidential election that year, called "Indecision 2004".

2005: George Orwell Award

In 2005, Jon Stewart and The Daily Show received the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) George Orwell Award for Distinguished Contribution to Honesty and Clarity in Public Language.

2005: Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album

In 2005, Jon Stewart and The Daily Show won the Grammy Award for Best Comedy Album for the audiobook edition of America (The Book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction.

2005: Time 100

In 2005, Jon Stewart was named among the Time 100, Time magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people of the year.

2005: Primetime Emmy Award

In 2005, The Daily Show received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program.

2006: Honorary All-America Award

In 2006, Jon Stewart was presented an Honorary All-America Award by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA).

2006: Primetime Emmy Award

In 2006, The Daily Show received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program.

February 13, 2008: End of Writer's Guild Strike

On February 13, 2008, the Writer's Guild Strike ended, and the name "The Daily Show" was reinstated.

2008: Forbes list of celebrities

According to a Forbes list of celebrities in 2008, Jon Stewart was earning $14 million a year.

March 2009: Criticism of White House proposal regarding veterans' healthcare

In March 2009, Jon Stewart criticized a White House proposal to remove veterans from Veterans Administration rolls if they had private health insurance; the White House dropped the plan the next day.

April 21, 2009: Made Chief in Liberia

On April 21, 2009, the President of Liberia, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, made Jon Stewart a chief.

2009: Primetime Emmy Award

In 2009, The Daily Show received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program.

October 26, 2010: Most Influential Man of 2010

On October 26, 2010, Jon Stewart was named the Most Influential Man of 2010 by AskMen.

December 2010: Stewart credited for awareness of James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act

In December 2010, Jon Stewart was credited by the White House, media, and political news outlets for raising awareness of the Republican filibuster on the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act, leading to its passage.

2011: Primetime Emmy Award

In 2011, The Daily Show received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program.

2012: Primetime Emmy Award and Outstanding Variety Series

In 2012, The Daily Show received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program and Outstanding Variety, Music, or Comedy Series.

2013: The Colbert Report wins Emmy Awards

In 2013, The Daily Show spin-off The Colbert Report won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program and Outstanding Variety, Music, or Comedy Series, breaking The Daily Show's streak.

2015: Primetime Emmy Award

In 2015, The Daily Show received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music, or Comedy Program and Outstanding Variety, Music, or Comedy Series one last time for Stewart's final year as host.

2016: Peabody Award for tenure at The Daily Show

In 2016, Jon Stewart received a Peabody Award for his tenure at The Daily Show.

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July 12, 2019: House Approval of 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Bill

On July 12, 2019, the House approved the bill overwhelmingly 402–12, to pass the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund through 2092.

December 16, 2019: Awarded Bronze Medallion

On December 16, 2019, Jon Stewart was one of eighteen individuals and organizations awarded the Bronze Medallion, the highest award conferred upon civilians by New York City, for his advocacy on behalf of 9/11 victims and families.

2019: Awarded the Bronze Medallion

In 2019, Jon Stewart received the Bronze Medallion.

2019: Received the New York City Bronze Medallion

In 2019, Jon Stewart received the New York City Bronze Medallion for his advocacy for 9/11 first responders.

March 3, 2022: House of Representatives Passed the Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2021 (PACT Act)

On March 3, 2022, The House of Representatives passed the bill Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2021 (PACT Act) by 256–174

April 24, 2022: Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

On April 24, 2022, Jon Stewart was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., for his lifelong contribution to the world of comedy.

June 16, 2022: Senate passed the Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2021 (PACT Act)

On June 16, 2022, the Senate passed the bill Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2021 (PACT Act) by 84–14.

August 2, 2022: PACT Act Passed

On August 2, 2022, the PACT Act passed in bipartisan measure, 84 to 11. Stewart was praised for his voice and celebrity to the issue and is credited as being essential in getting the bill passed.

2022: Receiving the Mark Twain Prize

In 2022, Jon Stewart was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

2022: Instrumental in Passing the Honoring our PACT Act

In 2022, Jon Stewart was instrumental in helping pass the Honoring our PACT Act, which expands healthcare access and funding to veterans exposed to toxic substances.

May 2024: Announced as host of The Weekly Show podcast

In May 2024, it was announced that Jon Stewart would additionally begin hosting The Weekly Show, an original podcast from Comedy Central.

2092: 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Vote

On July 12, 2019, the House approved the bill overwhelmingly 402–12. The bill came to the Senate floor where it passed the 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund through 2092, virtually funding health care for 9/11 victims and first responders for life.