The International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences announced today that comedian/writer John Oliver, who made his mark as correspondent on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart", and sat in for him in the hosting chair over the summer, will host the 41st International Emmy Awards Gala, on November 25, 2013 at the Hilton New York Hotel.
"We're delighted to have John Oliver and his unique comedic talent headlining our Gala this year," said Bruce L. Paisner, President & CEO of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. "We are delighted John is following up his very successful hosting of the Daily Show with the International Emmys."
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