Jon Stewart’s Height: How Tall Is The Former Daily Show Host?

According to various sources, Jon Stewart’s height ranges from 5’ 6″ to 5’ 7″. The most reliable source may be his own claims, which have varied over the years. In an interview with Esquire magazine in 2004, he said “I’m 5’7”, but I’m told I can play 5’6″”. However, on an earlier episode of The Daily Show, he said “I’m Five Six”¹.

Another source that supports the 5’ 6½” (168.9 cm) measurement is Celeb Heights, a website that collects and compares celebrity heights based on photos, videos, and quotes¹. According to the site, Stewart has been seen wearing shoes with thick soles or heels that may add an inch or more to his height.

How Does Jon Stewart’s Height Compare To Other Celebrities?

• Jon Stewart’s height is below the average height for American men, which is about 5’ 9″ according to the CDC. However, he is not the shortest among his peers in the entertainment industry. Here are some examples of how Jon Stewart’s height compares to other celebrities:
• Stephen Colbert: The host of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and former colleague of Stewart on The Daily Show is 5’ 10½” (179 cm) tall1. He has a noticeable height advantage over Stewart when they appear together.
• Bill Maher: The host of Real Time with Bill Maher and another former colleague of Stewart on Comedy Central is 5’ 8″ (173 cm) tall1. He is slightly taller than Stewart but not by much.
• John Oliver: The host of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and former correspondent of The Daily Show is 5’ 11⅝” (182 cm) tall1. He is one of the tallest among the late night hosts and towers over Stewart.
• Trevor Noah: The current host of The Daily Show and successor of Stewart is 5’ 11″ (180 cm) tall1. He is also much taller than Stewart and has joked about it on his show.
• Gillian Anderson: The actress who starred in The X-Files and co-starred with Stewart in the movie Playing by Heart is 5’ 2″ (157 cm) tall2. She is one of the few celebrities who are shorter than Stewart and they looked well-matched in their film

FAQ: The Ultimate Guide to Your Questions

Q. Why is Jon Stewart’s height such a topic of debate?

A. Jon Stewart’s height can be of interest for several reasons. One is that he often makes jokes or mocks taller people on his shows – such as Donald Trump whom he once described as being 6 foot 3 inches with four-inch lift shoes (via Vanity Fair). Another reason could be that Jon frequently interviews or interacts with celebrities who tower over him and may make their height differences apparent and amusing for viewers.

Q. Does Jon Stewart’s height impact his career or persona?

A. Jon Stewart’s height does not appear to have had any adverse effect on his career or personality, as evidenced by his success as a comedian, host, and political commentator. He has received multiple Emmy, Peabody, and Grammy awards for his work – not to mention Time magazine listing him among its 100 Most Influential People Worldwide as well as Rolling Stone magazine listing him among its 100 Greatest Stand-up Comedians of All Time.

Jon Stewart’s height may have had a dramatic influence on his comedic style or persona. He noted in high school being very small, and always being known as the “wisecracking runt with big friends”. Perhaps to compensate for any disadvantage or insecurity from being short he developed sharp wit and sarcastic humor as an effective form of expression; challenging or criticizing authorities or powerful institutions (media, government and corporations etc) allowed him to share his voice and express himself freely through humor.

Q. How can I gain more information on Jon Stewart, such as his height or other details about him?

A. If you want more information on Jon Stewart, including his height or other facts about him, you can visit his official website, IMDb page, Wikipedia page or social media accounts. Furthermore, you can watch his shows, movies, podcasts or interviews online or via TV as well as reading some of his books such as America (The Book): A Citizen’s Guide to Democracy Inaction or Earth (The Book): A Visitor’s Guide to Human Race.