Jon Stewart, the innovative personality who shaped Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” into a stimulating and satirical news broadcasting show, has announced his retirement as its anchor, marking the end of his successful tenure, but the optimistic beginning of another eccentric personality—Trevor Noah, who despite his youth will surely take the show to new heights.

Stewart began his career as the host of “The Daily Show” 16 years ago, as a determined stand-up comedian, not as an adroit political commentator. However, a decade and a half later, his show is now noted as an influential news media program, garnering 2.2 million viewers a night in 2014, compared to MSNBC’s “The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell,” which received a mere 109,000 views an evening.

Stewart’s legacy is truly remarkable, as he discovered a way to appeal to the younger masses through his satire, such as his numerous mockeries of popular politicians, many of whom he hosted on “The Daily Show.”

Through this satire, however, Stewart conveyed genuine statistics and information along with his unique yet sensible view of politics. Stewart’s quick wit and engaging persona allowed millions of viewers to keep up with breaking news while being entertained simultaneously.

One of the many things Stewart is renowned for is the way he boosted the careers of aspiring comedians by allowing them to appear on his program. Steve Carell entered the media scene as a Daily Show correspondent under Stewart, and Stephen Colbert of “The Colbert Report” refined his news media program using strategies his counterpart made relevant. Although Stewart is stepping down from his throne as television’s news satirist, another promising comedian will attempt to fill the legend’s shoes.

Thirty-one-year-old Noah, a comedian from South Africa, will take over “The Daily Show” later this year.

Being a foreign-born, biracial citizen who happens to speak six languages, Noah plans on offering an outside perspective on American politics. Many believe Noah will ultimately fail in attempting to fill Stewart’s shoes. However, this will not be the case, as Noah will instead offer his own take on news media, rather than attempting to mimic the way “The Daily Show” was run under Stewart.

Stewart transformed “The Daily Show” into the sharp-edged and influential news media program millions cherish today. His legacy is extraordinary, as the show has acquired 22 Emmys during his occupation. Although Stewart is leaving his position as captain of satirical news, Noah is a promising alternative host who has the resources to offer a different perspective on politics in the U.S.