Trevor Noah: "I realised my mum was the hero of my story"

The Daily Show’s Trevor Noah discusses his book, Born a Crime, at a Guardian Live event and recalls important life lessons he was taught by his mother.
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[@Lily-ed2sc]

"when you give you have more room to get" very powerful

[@Whereis_Kedyville]

Zizipho Tyeko very

[@stacinicolee2483]

That's a bible truth I'm sure his mother taught him

[@kbeyene2714]

My favorite lesson!

[@Apezz19]

Followed with ‘you cant change THE world but you can change YOUR world’..super powerful

[@jazzysaeed7651]

Love it...❤

[@Mycak2000]

Trevor's mom is too dope. Such cool lessons he learned from her.

[@kasia109]

He's an intelligent person and that kind of intelligence doesn't come from books. It comes from life experience and thats why i can relate to him because I've lived a difficult childhood and it makes you see things differently as an adult.

[@noelleirina5628]

Padasia You won't ever find intelligence in books. Books spread horizons, not add to your IQ.

[@HenryDube72]

Noelle Irina but you get the gist of his/her point?

[@91toinfinity]

I believe intelligence comes from both. Trevor himself has said reading Nelson Mandela's book helped him learn about many things.

[@a.muchemi4360]

I hate to hear when adults say I lived a difficult childhood How can child knows this? I am proud to be an African coz we are strong race we don't hold on our childhood memories on negative way Although others always keep on taking us back there For us is normal and in life that's doesn't determine what's ur future

[@HenryDube72]

Agnes Muchemi it is important that we emphasise on this issues so that they never happen again. There's no need to play down colonialism so that we can call it out when it is about to happen

[@nishisingh09]

I thank the universe for bringing people like Trevor Noah into the spotlight. He has a unique and challenging perspective that can help shape opinions far and wide and uses his power responsibly. I hope he continues to talk as frankly and honestly as he does and hope people take as much as possible from him!

[@meeeka]

Nishi Singh Thank Jon Stewart as well as the Universe, which used Jon as a marvelous, generous tool.

[@stellarim198gaming5]

Yes america has always been a land of immigrants.........Vir das is also making India proud

[@shalevedna]

Nishi Singh too few like him around the world.

[@fiddah]

We should thank THE ONE WHO Made the Universe.

[@jasonbean7296]

"You can't change THE world, but you can change YOUR world." Classic.:)

[@MissTrueChizz]

Intelligent, woke and good looking? Can he get any better?!

[@freya6727]

Pooja kaur *can

[@anastriaawesum1058]

Agreed, but I read that in Chandler's voice!

[@noellevaz]

ANASTRIA AWESUM &mm

[@normanrockwell9906]

Random girl no it’s a capital ‘c’ because the question mark signals the end of the sentence.

[@niaroach3396]

He’s rich

[@RIXRADvidz]

I KNEW he was different. He's not the 'typical' human, he's greedy but in the good way, his self service is to help others, and not in a ''fix it'' way, but an example of ''there is a better way''. it will be fun to see him grow up and mature. He's One of the Good Ones.

[@lilbihxxx1234]

Sir...I know this is very off topic but you look like Santa Claus 😂

[@RIXRADvidz]

XxxlilmizzzxxX funny you should mention that, I do have a BaddSANTA playlist on my channel, if you're over 18, go check it out. open to the public

[@Who-Dunnit]

"it will be fun to see him grow up and mature" It's actually interesting you should say that. Looking back to 5+ years ago, and he's such a different person in this interview. Makes you wonder where he'll be in another 5+ years.

[@joeyblow6283]

He’s a FRAUD! Stands on pillars of racism for praise and selling books while playing identity politics. It’s more than self serving, he’s a disgrace!

[@deee5]

@@joeyblow6283 oh mine! Get a chill pill already

[@debankachanda]

I have purchased the book. I strongly urge anyone who loves a good story with plenty of humour, to read it.

[@patriciavaye4453]

What's the name of the book? And where can I purchase mine?

[@veronicatorres6304]

Patricia Vaye “Born a crime” any book store I’m pretty sure

[@kyutipye]

I absolutely loved it!!!

[@mandisaotumile]

And if you can, definitely listen to the audiobook. He narrates it and it’s amazing!

[@phumzilesiboza2483]

"When you give, you have more room to get." That's beautiful.

[@dodosd1128]

Amen to that

[@majodie]

Awww...African mothers and the lessons they teach. Sometimes it's as though they were all cut from the same cloth.

[@barbarak5951]

majodie so true... it's the spirit of Ubuntu and passing of wisdom not through books but valuable life lessons.

[@rosecherono5689]

majodie true that s why we all have African cloth

[@ladystalker3953]

I absolutely love all of his interviews. I am transfixed by how he has been able to transmute an transform his own history into not only comedy but also powerful lessons. His interviews are always a source of delight and powerful eye openers through the gifts of his own family struggles at a time of so much internalized stress & resilience.

[@alexormulea]

Wow... Trevor is amazing... His mom is the best...

[@Mzansitips]

BornToFly His mom is of the Xhosa tribe.Research and you'll understand why

[@paradigmshiftingtv7790]

All African mother's are the same. Great mothers!

[@rolihlala4333]

his mother is a saint

[@ChilombeSimwami]

You can't change the world, but you can at least change your world!

[@cbhaessig]

Nekoda Simwami but you can try change the way people treat each other one day and one person at a time

[@onlyhousestarklivesmatter]

I think I am in love...

[@Shaw2184]

that was my first thought after finishing the video

[@aramidearomire2779]

Aireen Zaib Khan you and me both @Aireen Zaib Khan but I saw him FIRST 😍😍😂😂

[@RB-vi3bz]

What's not to love. A real man can take the hardest times and learn from it and muse about it. :)

[@nelsonricardo3729]

Get in line, toots.

[@naelondonuksmith3759]

get a life

[@monicasukasame6158]

Who else still watching in 2020? The more reading his book, the more falling in love with him 👍

[@serif392]

2021...😉

[@Bunny-mw2lo]

@@serif392 2021 too!

[@cbrushira831]

I'm watching in 2022

[@-chenlanying5818]

@@cbrushira831 4:33 what's the term in SA for mixed kids ?

[@justjane2070]

2024 😊

[@ivymudzusi3727]

Your mother was and is still a smart woman. We thank the Lord for her.

[@naomiphillips650]

Trevor, your mother is a gem. Treasure her. If she had a platform to share her wit and her heart so many more people would treasure her as well.

[@kaligirl1980]

His mom's approach to sharing is sooooo good. Open hands from sharing also mean more room to receive. God bless her. That concept came to mind a few years ago in the middle of Bible study and I've been progressively working towards being more and more generous since. It is just a gift to give and share: money, time, your roof, a listening ear, etc. Even the poorer of us has something to share and bless others with.

[@-chenlanying5818]

4:33 what's the term in SA for mixed kids ?

[@Beygent]

I've always loved Trevor. That Piers Morgan shade reaffirmed my feelings

[@hunkhk]

Love love love him

[@GenetEshete]

My mom is a hero, and I'm just a side kick! Well said.

[@Backatwon]

The book(Born A Crime) will be made into a movie .. Lupita Nyong'o will play his mother - respect Trevor !.....A beautiful story about the sweets BTW....

[@victoriao.8930]

Everette Carter I cannot wait to see this movie!!!!!!

[@tanatswatunya546]

When is the movie coming out

[@4ucarla885]

There's something about Trevor. Whether it's his brutal honesty, his comedy, his obvious intelligence, his good looks, or his openness about his upbringing, his vibrant personality. . . I so enjoy him. I love hearing him talk. He makes you think and take assessment of your own life and upbringing. I wish him the best life has to offer.

[@armourejoseph6718]

Beautifully said💙

[@LearnTwiwithEfiaBAE]

This book was such a good read. He's a very good storyteller, inspirational and full of wisdom. Loved watching this interview👍

[@stellarim198gaming5]

Love to south africa and it's people.....From India🇮🇳😍😍

[@Black_Pearl0709]

Trevor's parents instilled good values in him

[@rooz800]

Pearl Hlatshwayo it's his mom mostly and a little bit his grandma his dad wasn't really in his life that much

[@shesosweet2781]

rooz800 do you think the laws affected his dad's presence in his life? 🤔

[@amonbeck]

She So Sweet He talks about it a lot in his interviews and comedy. His mother would try to sneak him to his father as often as she could, but it was very very dangerous to do so (she was arrested multiple tomes actually). Later his dad was estranged a bit, but then he has a good relationship with his father now.

[@shesosweet2781]

Amon Beck thanks.

[@benjaminsencool4157]

He Said that his father taught him a effecient Way of life

[@kasayat8272]

When you give you have more room to receive. Inspiring mom

[@sarahdermody6665]

I love him more every time I hear him. That man is a diamond!

[@ganamoneyeccles6683]

Thank you Trevor for making your mom and grandparents so proud,they did a fantastic job raising you.

[@weirdhails3802]

"'you can't change the world'. 'yeah, just change your world'" I want this on a t-shirt or somewhere I can see it everyday :) What an awesome person

[@mercyphensulo5570]

Trevor Trevor Trevor.. much love and respect for this guy.

[@littlejoe9381]

I just LOVE your mom Trevor! She is second best only to mine.

[@khadijayanni9120]

amazing parenting from your mother, Trevor. God bless her and all mothers.

[@colecurtis3546]

I'm in love with Trevor. His mother taught him well. So I love her too good mother

[@fightlikeagirl9025]

As a white person growing up in a predominantly white school we were taught about apartheid from a very simplistic perspective (whites suppressing blacks etc) but it was SO SO much more than that. Reading Trevor Noah’s book taught me so much more about apartheid than any history book every could. Truly eye opening. I have never read a book that has made me laugh, cry and want to physically hurt so many people I have never met before.

[@annpayton]

Very good lesson of Trevor's childhood with his parents & grandparents!

[@carolynbrewer9955]

MarCor i

[@lebogangthaga9837]

Trevor is soo amazing :) makes me proud to be South African...I always learn a lot from your interviews

[@GreenOrchid9]

Lebogang Thaga really?

[@thenjiwemeyiwa167]

@@GreenOrchid9 Yes. True

[@-chenlanying5818]

@@thenjiwemeyiwa167 4:33 what's the term in SA for mixed kids

[@africanflower3607]

Love him ❤️️ Such a beautiful human being 🙌🏾

[@mylynraevinton-spooner70]

The power of the humblest lessons, teach us the greatest things

[@Nash0303]

I love our culture! So proud of you Trevor

[@icaledshotgun]

The grandma part made me cry and broke my heart.

[@cbhaessig]

icaledshotgun it also sells and sometimes the Truth is slightly bend to sell rather than be totally honest which may be viewed as boring. Have you learnt nothing of media to figure this out

[@LQOTW]

@@cbhaessig It must be very lonely in your dried-out husk of a world.

[@bantubonke5389]

She was never a racist She just couldn't discipline Trevor because of the consequences It was a strange experience to live with a caucasian kid as your own. So I completely understand

[@eliharris6349]

Sounds like America to me to be Honest.. *Systematic Oppression*

[@ni3070]

Also the grandpa part was sad

[@roxanneroxanne503]

His intelligence is on a whole 'nother level...

[@shosha1771]

When I read the book, I learned soooo much from his mother. She’s such a wonderful woman

[@salummhina4857]

Trevor is super-original talented. This guy is a walking goodness and is book. Full of everthing,from wisdom intelligence to comedy. I just love him and never get tired of him. May God bless him and keep the good job of educating us

[@MBest12]

love that lesson from his mom when you give you have more room to receive

[@caroljones5334]

What a lucky mum!!!! He s such a lovely person , inside and out!!!!! I hope he doesn t change!!!! ❤

[@Iman-iy7gc]

This Man is what we need

[@denisemichael7353]

Wonderful! We are privileged to have you here!!!

[@crumpetsteaandsewing]

Trevor’s mother must be so proud! She raised a very lovely young man!

[@Goononymous]

He is amazing. His mother is amazing!

[@nonnalovepriceless]

Excellent mum Exactly what I’ve taught my children to give Love you Trevor ....

[@LetsBeClear87]

Id like to read a book of insights written by trevors mom and granny. Hes obviously a good man.

[@CayMaree345]

He's not just "pretty face"!!! Sexy brain too!

[@hdisvzuqlnfp2721]

Namjoon

[@alocintsruh]

This guy is pretty amazing.

[@HelenAprealaDesigns]

I just love him more and more everyday

[@imeldag888]

Wow.... "...when you give you get more room to receive..." so really true. Love his mother

[@LorraineEMoten]

I love the way you spoke of your grandmother and your mother always respectfully and you can hear it in your voice. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@2011WN]

You've come a looong way Trevor. Very proud of you. Keep it up.

[@roopmonee7947]

What a pleasant young man

[@samarmallah2551]

What a talented and a pleasent man!!

[@Yorfallon21]

Thank you for adding positive messages. Trevor and his family ❤️

[@joshjosh5962]

WoW i was so amazed by the story with your mother that we all learned to share some of our own things in life in order to gain more so true❤️😄

[@bridecolbourne1305]

Keep an eye on this beautiful being,he is the future humanity ! Imagine everyone see this way🙏🏻😊👍👍❤️

[@nowwhat5888]

He is a very Respectful Man. Rest in Heavenly Paradise 💜🙏🏾 Ms GOGO.

[@princessbrown1781]

I can relate to Trevor,'s stories I had the same experiences and when I was older decided to start a journal for my kids.Its very important for them to know this.Im proud of you Trevor.God bless u in abundance.

[@fatoumialabama4279]

i just love this man so much. MAY GOD BLESS YOU Trevor Noah and your whole family and generations to come. You are making the world a better place. You are my hero and inspiration. Keep up the awesome work you are doing!! such an amazing human being :)

[@philomenadias6081]

This is another episode must watch. Your mother is a most beautiful human being who has gifted you beyond measure. You are you and I’ve come across any comedian like you.

[@yasminsofi8329]

Absolutely right, we can change our world . Your mum is a great teacher of manners.

[@dinazee8845]

Trevor Noah is such an amazing human being, God bless you 👏👏💖

[@nshafiee5780]

The part about the poor kid brought tears to my eyes.

[@alanmoraes7202]

This whole sweet thing was so deep

[@mdeelirious2652]

I love you.Thank you so much for being you and inspiring me with your experiences.Your really amazing.Thank your family for me for raising a gentleman who is so humbled.God bless

[@Drkajavab]

I so seldom here entertainers talk about what their grandmothers/mothers taught them. These lessons learned make me think about my nani! ❤

[@mackenshie7516]

How inspiring... Admire the wisdom and lessons they put in every story or situation😊

[@workinprogress1603]

this brought me to the brink of tears

[@jenniferbailey5914]

Brilliant read! Thanks for sharing part of your life with us all.

[@millionmicael3306]

I love the story he told of his mom sharing. That's deep👍🏽👊🏽

[@bethlehemnegussie8547]

oh my gosh Trevor!!!!! Love love love you, Love your mom, Love your granny too much. They are the most amazing human beings with lots of wisdom & strength. lt clearly shows as they were able to recreate greatness in you Trevor💕😍😘❤️

[@soniakakunze9120]

Your mom is a real Wakanda mama! Love her. Can’t wait to read the book

[@TattoedKiss]

I'm reading the book and His mom sounds like such a strong wonderful woman

[@wadziemaparura4266]

i loved this book. amazing, master piece.

[@ravipeiris4388]

I've really come to admire this man, especially how close he is to his grandmother and mother.

[@pamelabonaparte9383]

“Just change your world “ ......how powerful are these words right now .......go to the grass roots of every community, neighborhood , towns , cities and states .....little by little we change 🙏🏻

[@seliakh4542]

So impressive, really touched my heart...

[@AA-mb7vp]

The best of the best ! Thank you Trevor for your existence ! Thank your mother for us for bringing up such an amazing son. Inshallah I hope one day my son is as cool, as understanding as you are !

[@glenntk8434]

is it one thing my mother teached me was "never hit anyone, do not hurt anyone" of course im allowed to hit back if they started as self defense but never start the violence was her point. but as a young boy i said that it would't help me if i let other kids bully me(i was one of the "losers" at school), and after a couple of days there were program on tv about Ghandi and i was blown away by the results he made by doing what he did. and after that there were program about Martin Luthor King who did somewhat similar stunt, my mother then told me that i could do something similar stunt myself at school and i did and it worked out overtime. and when i realise how good this stunt is i have not yet hit a single person in 7 years and im 23 years old with ADHD and im really proud of it :D

[@specialwave3521]

Kallactor Lomool well done for overcoming it. And your not a loser you're GREAT!!! x

[@cbhaessig]

Glenn T K keep up the good work. Violence is never the answer rather hit them with kindness as my grandmother also said

[@LQOTW]

Glenn T K - You, too, are one of the 'Good Ones'.

[@shenaepowell7843]

♥️

[@fortheloveofbrum3106]

Thanks Trevor. You just made my life a little bit richer than before I watched this. Your mom taught me something today.

[@astrosmurfgirl]

The stories you tell about your childhood are compelling. You are such an articulate person, that's why you jokes are always so witty. My favourite comedy show host hands down.

[@kolekalubelwana4214]

Brilliant!

[@palesaaaa_]

One of the best reads out there. Super proud of you Trevor.🇿🇦❤

[@judithtetteh4455]

i love trevor . he is so inspirational

[@yominutes9902]

To those 21 dislikes I see please elaborate why you hating this video or you just hitting that dislike because it's there, please indulge me.

[@Marika50]

Thous are Pierse Morgan fans

[@dragonmoose5489]

@@Marika50 Too Funny

[@eaqua56]

Don’t focus on the dislikes . Just enjoy the video for what it is.

[@yashiAR]

That story at the end was brilliant. I bow my head to his mom.

[@dianaj8480]

This person is truely one of the most impressive individuals in whole universe.

[@leahjantjies7245]

you have taught me a very valuable lesson. give and you will have more room to receive

[@siobhanforshaw5359]

It choked me up a bit towards the end. Trevor you are a wonderful human being. Keep doing you. Xx

[@platnumbchoice]

Well said

[@mzmiller75]

Loved the audible version of this.

[@chermoka]

loved the book

[@denisherforbes4095]

You are a blessing to your parents. Great lessons

[@dovevision2199]

Trevor you are an inspiration to many in Africa. God bless you.

[@juliusblah3543]

So nice of ur mother to teached u about giving n sharing and changing the world around u. 👍