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Roy Wood Jr., the comic identified for his position on Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” would be the entertainer on the 2023 White House Correspondents’ Dinner, the affiliation introduced Thursday.

“It’s an honor to be a part of a long-running tradition of celebrating those members of the media, who work so hard to uncover the truth, and hold our government accountable,” Wood stated in an announcement. “It will be a great night that will go down in the history books, or not, depending on which state you live in.”

The annual dinner, which historically contains a standup comic who roasts the president and the press, is scheduled to happen on April 29. Last yr’s occasion, the primary held in particular person after a two-year hiatus, was headlined by then-“Daily Show” host Trevor Noah and featured President Biden delivering comedic remarks.

Tamara Keith, president of the White House Correspondents’ Association, stated that Wood, who holds a level in broadcast journalism, will carry “a journalistic eye to his comedy.”

“He’s hilarious – but also makes sure his audiences are thinking as they laugh,” Keith stated. “My aim with this year’s dinner is to lift up the importance of a free and independent press to a functioning democracy, so I am thrilled to be able to feature a comedian who gets what journalism is all about.”

Proceeds from the dinner finance the WHCA and assist the group present journalism scholarships to college students.