Even if Jon Stewart had spent his final episode of The Daily Show sitting motionlessly mute behind his beloved desk as we admired his marvelous wisdom and charm, we wouldâve been satisfied. After all, how do you top a sixteen-and-a-half year legacy like his? But although Donald Trump was conveniently booked, that didnât stop Jon from rounding up his spectacular roster of celeb pals for a slew of appearances that couldnât be contained to the episodeâs allotted 50 minute run time. Hereâs a ranking of those who came to wish him adieu.
21. Larry Wilmore
We all know Larry didnât just show up because The Nightly Show got bumped for Jonâs extended episode. Translation: he hearts him. Â
20. Michael Che
Did you forget that the SNL Weekend Update cohost was once a Daily Show correspondent? His tenure was so short that Jon kind of did, too.
19. Kristen Schaal
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The Last Man on Earth star returned in her best duds to welcome replacement host Trevor Noah to the teamâŠuntil she realized Jon hadnât left yet. Whoops.
18. Rob Riggle
Rob Riggle came to enlighten Jon on the trail of hate heâs leaving in his wake, though we prefer to think of it as more of a path of mild dislike.
17. Matt Walsh and Dan Bakkedahl
These two former correspondents showed up as their Veep characters, and the overlap between their dual lives had even them confused.
16. Rob and Nate Corddry
Rob tried to leave his brother Nate in the car, but their sibling spat was worth the wait once he bravely snuck in and hid under Jonâs desk.
15. Olivia Munn
Can’t believe it’s #JonStewart‘s last @TheDailyShow today. That’s so stupid. #JonVoyage
â oliviamunn (@oliviamunn) August 6, 2015
Olivia was convinced she had been invited back to The Daily Show for Jonâs 70th birthday bash. And though she was way off, weâre definitely glad she brought cake.
14. Darth Vader
Only one could assume the mantle of Senior Evil Correspondent, though âole Darth didnât like Jonâs joking comparison to Dick Cheney. Â
13. Samantha Bee
We know she hasnât been gone that long, but weâve really missed Sam Bee!
12. Hillary Clinton
Hillary was just as bummed as we were that Jon is leaving just as she decided to run for president.
11. Josh Gad
By far the best line of the nightââDisney money, b*tch.â
10. Bill OâReilly
We just know Bill OâReilly was somewhere doing his happy dance at the thought of finally ridding himself of his adversary.
9. Martin Scorsese
Jon gave a Goodfellas-inspired look at the staff behind-the-scenes of his fake news program, but Marty was none too amused that heâd once again been ripped off by the comedian.
8. John McCain
To my old interrogator Jon Stewart: So long, jackass! #JonVoyage pic.twitter.com/t3Eg83oWq3
â John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) August 7, 2015
A Jon Stewart puppet was the perfect addition to his farewell message for the departing host.
7. Gitmo
Oh, Gitmo! Our hearts were breaking as the bearded Elmo doppelganger realized he wasnât being set free along with his longtime sympathizer.
6. Ed Helms
You can sign us up for a weekend trip to âThe Rocky Mountain Institute for Men Who Get More Distinguished and Handsome as They Ageâ anytime.
5. John Oliver
John Oliverâs signature HBO-style storytelling of his first day working at The Daily Show just wasnât going to cut it in this abbreviated goodbye.
4. Steve Carell
Arguably one of the biggestâand busiest!âstars to come from the land of correspondents, we knew Steve hadnât been waiting idly by for his next assignment from Jon as he claimed.
3. Arbyâs
Jonâs favorite fast food chain couldnât miss his final show. And they said good riddance in an oh-so-Arbyâs way.
2. Bruce Springsteen
And here it is, your moment of zen… Bruce & The E Street Band giving Jon Stewart a proper send off last night. https://t.co/ni2wKeSwAc
â Bruce Springsteen (@springsteen) August 7, 2015
The final moment of zen was always going to include a musical sendoff from âThe Bossâ because New Jersey, right?
1. Stephen Colbert
We were holding our breath waiting for the prodigal son to return, and he didnât disappoint, making Jon tear up during his unscripted testament to the influence his mentor had on everyone heâd worked with throughout his years as host. To clarify, weâre not still crying; thereâs just something in our eye.
Who was your favorite celeb guest on Jonâs final episode of The Daily Show, collegiettes?