Trevor Noah Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 11¼ in |
Weight | 77 kg |
Date of Birth | February 20, 1984 |
Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Trevor Noah is a South African comedian who rose to fame as the host of The Daily Show on Comedy Central. He was relatively unknown in America when he took over the show succeeding Jon Stewart in 2015. However, his political satire on the show, derived mainly from Trump’s presidency, saw him rise in popularity at a quick pace. He has performed globally as a stand-up comedian and his comedic sets are mostly derived from his personal experiences while growing up as a biracial kid in apartheid South Africa. In his book, Born a Crime, he has described his difficult childhood using his signature humor and optimism.
Born Name
Trevor Noah
Nick Name
Trevor

Sun Sign
Pisces
Born Place
Johannesburg, South Africa
Residence
New York City, New York, United States
Nationality
Education
Trevor attended Maryvale College in Johannesburg.
Occupation
Comedian, Writer, Producer, Actor, Voice Actor, Television Host, Political Commentator
Family
- Father – Robert
- Mother – Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah
- Siblings – None
- Others – Temperance Noah (Maternal Grandfather), Nomalizo Frances Noah (Maternal Grandmother), Ngisaveni Abel Shingange (Step-Father), Sfiso Khoza (Step-Father), Andrew Shingange (Younger Half-Brother), Isaac Shingange (Younger Half-Brother)
Manager
Trevor is represented by the California-based Mainstay Entertainment.
Genre
Political /News Satire, Observational Comedy, Surreal Humor, Black Comedy, Insult Comedy, Deadpan
Subjects
Mass Media /News Media /Media Criticism, American Politics, South African Culture, Current Events, Race Relations, Pop Culture
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 11¼ in or 181 cm
Weight
77 kg or 169.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Trevor has dated –

Race / Ethnicity
Multiracial
He has Swiss-German ancestry on his father’s side and is of Xhosa South African descent on his mother’s side.
Hair Color
Black
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Dimpled smile
Brand Endorsements
Trevor has done endorsement work for the following brands –
- Xfinity (2017)
- Time Magazine (2018)
- Cell C (2010)

Religion
He was raised in a Christian household and as a kid, he used to attend the Roman Catholic church every Sunday. When he was around 10 years old, his mother converted to Judaism and made him aware of certain practices and religious aspects of the faith. However, she did not convert him to Judaism.
Best Known For
- Succeeding Jon Stewart as the host of The Daily Show on Comedy Central in 2015. His political satire, revolving mostly around Donald Trump‘s presidency, made a connection with the audiences which resulted in boosting his career as well as the show.
- Being a successful stand-up comedian, having performed sold-out shows all over the world
First Film
In 2011, Trevor made his feature film debut as Pilo with the soccer-comedy, Taka Takata.
As a voice actor, he made his theatrical film debut by voicing the character of Griot in the superhero movie, Black Panther, in 2018.
First TV Show
In 2002, Trevor made his first TV show appearance in a minor role in the soap opera, Isidingo. However, his role was uncredited.
His first credited TV show appearance was made in 2008 as the host of the show, The Amazing Date.
As a voice actor, he made his TV show debut as a clue giver on the show, Jeopardy!, in 2018.
Personal Trainer
As the host of a popular news show, Trevor’s daily life is hectic and he hardly finds time to visit the gym. But, he has incorporated a smart way to stay fit by squeezing in impromptu exercises like pull-ups, lunges, and squats while running about fulfilling his commitments at his workplace. He also has an active lifestyle and is always on his feet which helps him feel energized throughout the day.
Noah has found a significant improvement in his energy levels by cutting off all kinds of sugar and refined carbs from his daily diet. Once he got used to his new diet, he found himself more alert to the surroundings.
Trevor Noah Favorite Things
- Writers – Roald Dahl, J. K. Rowling, Dr. Seuss, Joseph Opio
- Fiction Hero – Obelix
- Journey – Flying to Australia
- Songs Of 2016 – Panda by Desiigner, Fade by Kanye West, Worry by Jack Garratt, Freedom (featuring Kendrick Lamar) by Beyoncé, Can’t Stop The Feeling by Justin Timberlake
- Artists From South Africa – DJ Black Coffee, Rapper AKA (Kiernan Jarryd Forbes), Brenda Fassie, Culoe De Song
- Books – The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Six More by Roald Dahl, The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, My Traitor’s Heart by Rian Malan, To Quote Myself: A Memoir by Khaya Dlanga, Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi, Born Standing Up by Steve Martin, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J. K. Rowling, Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela, But What if We’re Wrong? by Chuck Klosterman, Native Life in South Africa by Sol Plaatje, Move Your Shadow by Joseph Lelyveld
- Books As A Child – The Bible, The BFG by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar & Six More by Roald Dahl
- Comedians – Eddie Izzard, Carl Barron, Kitty Flanagan, Wil Sylvince (From Haiti)
Source – Vanity Fair, 88NineRadioMilwaukee.org, The New York Times Style Magazine, Powell’s, BBC

Trevor Noah Facts
on November 15, 2016, which has garnered critical acclaim. The book is an autobiography that chronicles his life growing up as a biracial kid in apartheid South Africa.
Featured Image by Trevor Noah / Instagram
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