PHOTOS: Adam Sandler and Other Stars at the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor Gala
Comedic royalty descended upon the Kennedy Center last night for the 24th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor celebrating this year’s recipient: Adam Sandler.
With a career spanning nearly four decades and boasting Grammy, Emmy, and Golden Globe award nominations, the Brooklyn-born performer has worked with an impressive group of comics, actors, and musicians.
The Mark Twain Prize “recognizes individuals who have had an impact on American society in ways similar to the distinguished 19th-century novelist and essayist Samuel Clemens” . As a recipient of this year’s prize, Sandler will receive a copy of an 1884 bronze portrait bust of Mark Twain sculpted by Karl Gerhardt.
CNN will exclusively air a recording of last night’s performance on Sunday, March 26 at 8 p.m. ET. It will also stream live for pay TV subscribers via CNN.com and CNN OTT/CNNgo.Kennedy Center President Deborah Rutter and musician Peter Ellefson.Chris Rock, Dana Carvey, and Pete Davidson.David Rubenstein, Chairman of the Boards of the Kennedy Center, and Caryn Zucker.Netflix Films Chairman Scott Stuber and Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos.Jennifer Tapper and Jake Tapper.Nikki Glaser and Ian Fidance.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Adam Sandler to Receive Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize for ComedyActor-comedian Adam Sandler will be honored by comedic and entertainment royalty Sunday night as he receives the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.
Read more »
Adam Sandler to receive Mark Twain Prize for lifetime in comedyActor-comedian Adam Sandler will be honored by comedic and entertainment royalty Sunday night as he receives the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.
Read more »
Adam Sandler to receive Mark Twain Prize for lifetime in comedySandler, 56, first came to national attention as a cast member on “Saturday Night Live.”
Read more »
Drew Barrymore Says She's 'Actively Seeking' Next Adam Sandler MovieBarrymore dished on their longtime friendship while at the Mark Twain Honors where Sandler received an award Sunday.
Read more »
Adam Sandler receives Mark Twain Prize, praise from comic palsAdam Sandler placed his hand on the bronze bust of Mark Twain and speculated that it “one day might be the weapon used to bludgeon me in my sleep.”
Read more »
Adam Sandler honored with Kennedy Center's Mark Twain PrizeActor and comedian Adam Sandler became the 24th recipient of the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday, at an evening event featuring stars Jennifer Aniston, Chris Rock and Conan O’Brien to celebrate his comedy and career.
Read more »