Egyptian political satirist Bassem Youssef, known as the ‘Jon Stewart of the Arab World’, has been announced as the host of the International Emmy Awards Gala in New York on November 23. The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced on Monday that Bassem Youssef, the former host of the political satire show Al-Bernameg, will host the prestigious international awards gala. “Bassem Youssef has been dubbed the Jon Stewart of the Arab world but in fact his talent has no borders,” said Bruce L. Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. “Through his own show and his many appearances on the Daily Show, he has become a comedic force and important political commentator around the world.” In a press release, Bassem Youssef said he was elated to be chosen as the host of the International Emmys. “I am extremely honored to be chosen following the footsteps of incredibly funny and distinguished comedians like John Oliver and Matt Lucas who hosted the ceremony in the last two years,” said Bassem Youssef. “This is a great opportunity where television productions from outside the United States are…
