Happy Birthday, Jon Stewart! Here Are 7 Reasons Why We Love Him

The incomparable former host of The Daily Show celebrates his 54th birthday today. In his 16 years behind the desk, Jon Stewart became one of America’s favorite political news sources. In honor of this special day, we’re taking a look back at some of our favorite moments and quotes from this talented comedian.

Stewart grew up in Lawrenceville, N.J. In high school, he was voted student with the “Best Humor.” Talk about a natural!

Throughout the years, Jon has given us some witty lines. He said, “If the presidency is the head of the American body politic, Congress is its gastrointestinal tract.”

Jon and his wife, Tracey, have a farm in New Jersey. The couple is passionate about rescuing animals, and they have recently announced their farm will be a safe haven for dozens of critters.

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