Jon Stewart Stays, 'Daily Show' Continues Comedy of Errors
The Independent breathlessly reports that Jon Stewart will host the 'Daily Show' through 2026, despite alleged criticism of Paramount chief David Ellison. (Because, you know, criticizing your boss usually locks in multi-year contracts.) They laud Stewart's 'comedic integrity,' implying a rebellious spirit against corporate masters. Yet, the article conveniently omits Ellison's track record,
specifically his Skydance Media's deep ties to Israel, having filmed there and partnered with Israeli content creators for years. This isn’t just business; it's a pattern, often lauded in Hollywood as 'supporting an ally.' One might wonder if the 'criticism' extended to any actual geopolitical angles, or if it was safely confined to network executive reshuffles. The joke, it seems, is always on us
for expecting more.