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Roy Wood Jr.

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Roy Wood Jr. is a two-time Emmy–nominated writer and producer. The comedian, actor, and podcaster is primarily known for his stand-up comedy and work as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show and hosting CNN’s Have I Got News for You. He hosted the 2023 White House Correspondents’ dinner and the 85th Peabody Awards, and in 2026 was named The Moth’s Storyteller of the Year. He has created original half-hour scripted projects at FOX, NBC, and Comedy Central, where he previously hosted the award-winning podcast The Daily Show: Beyond the Scenes. He remains a regular guest star on various ESPN shows and the MLB Network. Roy lives in New York.

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