Comedy Central has found a new host for The Daily Show: Trevor Noah, a South African comedian who has appeared as a contributor to the show three times over the past year. According to The New York Times, Noah will be announced as Jon Stewart's replacement today. Noah may be a surprising choice, both as a lesser-known name and with respect to the wealth of regular talent on The Daily Show that Comedy Central is passing over, but as a standup comedian and a series contributor, Noah has consistently offered thoughtful perspectives on social issues and international news stories. He's also quite funny.

"He's a tremendous comic and talent that we've loved working with."

A date has not yet been set for Stewart's departure or Noah's debut as host. "I'm thrilled for the show and for Trevor," Stewart says in a statement, according to the Times. "He's a tremendous comic and talent that we've loved working with."