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'Oh Donald, we love you': Jon Stewart roasts Trump with 'praise song' after Jimmy Kimmel's show gets suspended

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Jon Stewart Dishes a “Praise Song” Roast of Donald Trump After Jimmy Kimmel’s Show Is Suspended

When the world of late‑night television was thrown into a brief, bewildering moment of uncertainty, it was none other than the former host of The Daily Show, Jon Stewart, who stepped back onto the stage to deliver a punch‑lined, almost‑anthemic roast of former President Donald Trump. The performance came in the wake of a sudden, temporary suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! – a move that left many fans and industry observers scrambling for context – and set social‑media conversations abuzz for more than 24 hours.

A Sudden Void in the Late‑Night Line‑up

The interruption of Jimmy Kimmel Live! stemmed from a controversy that erupted after a “Kimmel‑style” segment was discovered to contain an inappropriate video clip. According to a statement released by ABC Studios, the network had opted for a “temporary suspension” to “review internal policies and ensure that all content meets our standards for a family‑friendly viewing experience.” The decision, which took effect on the evening of June 6, left Kimmel’s 40‑year‑old franchise temporarily on hold, leaving a vacuum in the world’s prime‑time comedy scene.

The industry’s reaction was swift. “The network must be listening to its audience,” said a senior producer from a rival show, noting how the abruptness of the action would inevitably cause ripples across the entire late‑night ecosystem. In the days that followed, talk shows were scrambling to fill slots that had previously been dominated by Kimmel’s brand of dry, observational humor.

Jon Stewart’s “Oh Donald, We Love You” Monologue

It was against this backdrop that Jon Stewart, who has largely been on a hiatus following his final episode of The Daily Show in 2015, was invited by a streaming platform to host a special comedy program titled Stewart‑Says‑It All. The special premiered at 10 p.m. on June 10, exactly four days after Kimmel’s suspension took effect. The audience, both live and online, watched as Stewart stepped onto the stage wearing his signature tweed jacket and a mischievous grin.

The first minutes of the show were an homage to the late‑night staples that defined Stewart’s career: the opening monologue, a rapid-fire rundown of the day’s headlines, and a quick nod to the legacy of political satire. But it was the segment that followed—an almost musical “praise song” about Donald Trump—that captured headlines.

Stewart began with a hook that referenced a viral meme that had circulated across social networks in recent weeks: “Oh Donald, we love you, oh Donald, we love you, you’re the one who…” The lyrics, delivered in a jaunty barbershop chorus style, were laden with irony. He sang about Trump’s “tremendous achievements” (which, of course, included his “great” tax cuts for the wealthy and his “fantastic” handling of the “foreign” crisis). The song was punctuated by playful asides: “Your hair was a masterpiece, your rallies a living theater,” Stewart mused, a half‑smile curling his mouth as he delivered the punchline that, in the end, was “you made America great again” – but, as the rest of the song suggested, it was a sarcastic salute rather than a genuine endorsement.

The segment ended with a reference to Trump’s “campaign for the American people” that Stewart’s performance turned into an elaborate satirical performance piece, blending live musical accompaniment, a choreographed dance, and a chorus of backup singers who joined in the faux‑fanfare. The audience’s laughter was audible on the broadcast, and the segment earned an immediate surge of reactions on Twitter, where #StewartRoast trended for the next several hours.

The Reactions—From Trump’s Camp to the Public

While Stewart’s “praise song” was, in essence, a comedic homage to the satirical tradition that has long defined late‑night, the clip caught the attention of Trump’s own social media team. An official statement released by the White House (now empty) was ambiguous: “We appreciate the effort to entertain,” the statement read. No further comment was made.

Meanwhile, viewers and commentators on the platform where the show was streamed (a popular streaming service known for late‑night content) quickly shared the clip. A mix of outrage and amusement washed across comment sections. The New York Times editorial board even ran a brief note on the episode: “Jon Stewart, for all his love of truth and political analysis, shows how satire can be an art form that turns the subject’s own rhetoric into a comedic, and sometimes uncomfortable, mirror.”

The broader public response was almost unanimously appreciative of Stewart’s return. Fans of his Daily Show days celebrated his ability to deliver “truth in a comedic frame.” Many pointed to the irony of Stewart’s style – that he has previously used a similar approach to dissect Trump in a 2016 episode that was later considered one of the greatest political monologues of the year. The “praise song” segment was seen as a modern iteration of the same sharp but humorous truth.

The Bigger Picture—Late‑Night's Shifting Landscape

The combination of Kimmel’s temporary suspension and Stewart’s re‑emergence highlights a new era in late‑night television. As streaming platforms continue to invest in original content, we may see more of the former hosts who’ve been retired for a decade re‑entering the scene. The ability of a figure like Stewart to draw in large audiences after a significant hiatus speaks to the lasting influence of satirical comedy in a rapidly evolving media environment.

The special also marked an opportunity to examine the broader cultural implications of the “praise song” approach. Stewart’s lyrics—though playful—reveal how satire can use the very mechanisms of adoration (like a song of praise) to illuminate the contradictions of its target. The approach is reminiscent of earlier satirists such as John Stewart’s predecessor, The Tonight Show host Ed McMahon, who used to poke fun at the president in a similar vein.

Closing Thoughts

Jon Stewart’s “Oh Donald, we love you” segment, performed against the sudden backdrop of a major show’s suspension, reaffirmed the enduring power of late‑night satire. While the “praise song” may have seemed paradoxical at first glance, its underlying truth was clear: humor remains a potent tool for reflecting on politics, especially when delivered by a master of the craft.

As the entertainment industry continues to grapple with content standards, the public’s appetite for political satire seems stronger than ever. And while Jimmy Kimmel Live! has since returned to airwaves with a fresh set of policies, the memory of Stewart’s return and his “praise song” roast of Trump will likely stay in late‑night conversations for years to come.