Jon Stewart to Host WWE 'SummerSlam'

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Recently retired The Daily Show host Jon Stewart has been named the host of WWE’s annual SummerSlam event taking place this Sunday.

Stewart, who on Aug. 6 stepped down as host of Comedy Central’s late night show after 16 years, will appear on the four-hour event, which will air live on WWE Network and via pay-per-view, according to the WWE.

Stewart has participated in WWE storylines in the past, most recently tangling with WWE Superstar and heavyweight champion Seth Rollins.

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R. Thomas Umstead
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