Jon Stewart made headlines after an unexpected incident on The Daily Show when he smashed a coffee mug during a passionate monologue about the exorbitant prices of prescription drugs. This dramatic moment left him with an injured hand, which he initially attempted to conceal by keeping it below his desk. However, the truth emerged when he finally revealed his bandaged finger and the blood to the audience, eliciting audible gasps.
The incident unfolded during a commercial break when Stewart jokingly claimed he engaged in a lightsaber battle with a crew member, leading to the mug's destruction. As the segment continued, Stewart laughed off the injury, humorously describing it as a "bloody good episode" and quipping about his impending trip to the hospital.
"Oh, wow, this thing's really coming out," remarked Jon Stewart upon showing his injured hand.
Stewart's effort to downplay the severity of his injury extended to social media, where he referred to himself as an "idiot" for the mishap. Despite the unexpected turn of events, he managed to maintain his comedic charm, deflecting attention from the accident with humor and wit.
During his on-air rant about drug prices, Stewart's frustration reached a peak, prompting him to exclaim:
"It makes me so angry, I want to smash another mug."
His words resonated with viewers, reflecting the intensity of his feelings about the issue. The incident itself occurred around 16:58 in the show's video, marking a memorable and unscripted moment in the broadcast.
As Stewart continued to entertain his audience, he joked about going to the hospital soon after the incident. His light-hearted approach extended beyond the show, as he took to social media to share laughs with fans and followers.
"And 10 is all of them, right?" quipped Jon Stewart in response to a humorous query.
