Mark Twain Prize

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

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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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    Tina Fey: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize

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    Tina Fey: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize
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    Bill Cosby

    S2009 Ep1 |
    The Twelfth Annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize honors Bill Cosby.
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    George Carlin

    S2008 Ep1 |
    George Carlin was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor posthumously.

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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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