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Fans of “The Daily Show” got to see Trevor Noah host Tuesday night’s Comedy Central broadcast. But they didn’t get to hear him.
The reason: Noah has lost his voice and is under doctor’s orders not to utter a word.
The show began as usual, with the theme song playing and the audience cheering as the South African-born comedian walked onto the set and sat at his desk. But when the camera pointed at the desk, the TV audience saw comedian Michael Kosta already there.
Speaking for Noah, Kosta told the audience that, indeed, the show “was a little different” in that Noah was ordered not to speak — or risk needing surgery. He didn’t elaborate on what caused the vocal problem or how long Noah will be unable to speak.
Kosta explained that Noah lost his voice after his visit to South Africa this past weekend to take part in events to mark the centennial birth of former president and anti-apartheid leader Nelson Mandela. Clips from the visit were featured on Monday’s show.
Speaking as Noah, Kosta said, “over the weekend, I lost my voice and my doctor told me not to speak at all or I might get surgery, so I cannot say a word. Luckily, I have Mike Kosta to be my voice for today.” Kosta went on to read the monologue as Noah made hand and facial gestures to go along with the setups and punch lines.
Using Noah’s words, Kosta joked that while his voice “might not be as soothing,” he would be able to “say everything just the way I was going to say it ....”
It’s unclear how Comedy Central will handle future “Daily Show” hosting duties.
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RAF AKROTIRI, Cyprus — Prince William and his wife Kate brought Christmas gifts and holiday greetings Wednesday to British servicemen at the Royal Air Force Base Akrotiri in Cyprus.
The visit by William and the Duchess of Cambridge was designed to honor the estimated 11,000 British soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines deployed on foreign operations over the holidays.
After meeting servicemen in a hangar, William thanked Britain’s Armed Forces for their sacrifices.
“We are in your debt and Catherine and I feel very lucky to be able to spend time with you today,” he said.
Officials say British forces are involved in 30 operations in 35 countries.
On Tuesday, the royal couple also hosted a party on the grounds at London’s Kensington Palace for military families.
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NEW YORK — Bruce Springsteen will not be touring with the E Street Band in 2019.
Springsteen on Tuesday posted on Twitter that they hope to be back soon. But The Boss says he wants a break after his “Springsteen on Broadway” show wraps up on Dec. 15 and he’s working on various recording projects.
Springsteen says members of the band are out performing with their own projects and deserve support.
Springsteen wished his fans “Happy Holidays!”
By Associated Press
