Trevor Noah to skip 'Daily Show' after emergency surgery

NEW YORK, Nov. 4 (UPI) -- Trevor Noah is taking Wednesday night off from The Daily Show after undergoing emergency surgery early that morning.

Comedy Central revealed the South African comedian is recovering from a successful appendectomy, assuring viewers the freshman host will return to his chair Thursday.

"We're happy to report the procedure went well, and he is currently recuperating from the surgery," the network said. "As a result, The Daily Show will air an encore tonight. We expect he and the show will be back with an original episode tomorrow."

The faux news series has only been under Noah's leadership since late September, prompting impressive growth among young adult viewers, The Wrap notes. His predecessor, Jon Stewart, led the show for 16 years before passing the baton in August.