Trevor Noah is a South African comedian, television host, and political commentator, best known for his role as the host of The Daily Show, a satirical news program on Comedy Central. Born on February 20, 1984, in Johannesburg, he grew up during the final years of apartheid, which greatly influenced his comedic style and perspective on social issues. Noah began his career in entertainment as a radio host and stand-up comedian before gaining international fame. He authored a bestselling memoir titled Born a Crime, which recounts his experiences growing up as the son of a white father and a black mother in a racially divided society.