Mark Twain Prize

Honoring the career and success of American's most entertaining comedy moguls.

Episodes

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    Dave Chappelle: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize

    S2019 Ep1 |
    Celebrate the work of stand-up comedian and actor, Dave Chappelle.
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    Julia Louis-Dreyfus: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize

    S2018 Ep1 |
    Celebrate the work of beloved actress, comedian, and producer Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
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    David Letterman: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize

    S2017 Ep1 |
    Celebrating the work of "Late Night" and "The Late Show" legend David Letterman.
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    Bill Murray: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize

    S2016 Ep1 |
    Celebrate the work of beloved actor and comedian Bill Murray.
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    Eddie Murphy: The Mark Twain Prize

    S2015 Ep1 |
    Watch Eddie Murphy accept The 2015 Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize.
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    Jay Leno

    S2014 Ep1 |
    Salute Jay Leno, the 17th recipient of the annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.
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    Carol Burnett

    S2013 Ep1 |
    Salute comedic icon Carol Burnett, recipient of the 16th Mark Twain Prize for American Hum
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    Ellen DeGeneres: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize

    S2012 Ep1 |
    Ellen DeGeneres: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize.
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    Will Ferrell

    S2011 Ep1 |
    The evening paid tribute to the humor and accomplishments of Will Ferrell.

Specials

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    District of Chappelle

    Explore how growing up in the nation's capital influenced Dave Chappelle's comedic style.

About Mark Twain Prize

An outstanding lineup of entertainers gathered in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall to salute Dave Chappelle, recipient of the 22nd annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on October 27, 2019. The Prize was given at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy. The program will be broadcast on PBS stations on Tuesday, January 7, 2020.

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