Conan O'Brien on Adam Sandler | 2023 Mark Twain Prize

Watch the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor celebrating Adam Sandler on CNN.com or CNNgo.

The Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize, which is named to honor one of the world’s greatest humorists, was awarded to Adam Sandler at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy -- including Chris Rock, Conan O'Brien, Ben Stiller, Dana Carvey, Pete Davidson, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Anniston, Idina Menzel, David Spade, and more -- on March 19, 2023, and aired nationally on CNN on March 26, 2023.

The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor recognizes individuals who have had an impact on American society in ways similar to the distinguished 19th-century novelist and essayist Samuel Clemens, best known as Mark Twain. As a social commentator, satirist, and creator of characters, Clemens was a fearless observer of society, who startled many while delighting and informing many more with his uncompromising perspective on social injustice and personal folly.

“Adam Sandler has entertained audiences for over three decades with his films, music, and his tenure as a fan favorite cast member on SNL,” said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter about this year’s recipient. “Adam has created characters that have made us laugh, cry, and cry from laughing. I am looking forward to a laughter-filled evening like no other as we celebrate his career at a ceremony that is sure to bring together the best in comedy.”

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[madmanmania]

Conan DESERVES a Mark Twain Prize of his own and heck why not a Kennedy Center Honor... Conan doesn't just needs a friend, he needs a freaking tribute!

[reyjustine]

you can tell Conan really misses being in front of a live audience. Absolute killer performance.

[RHTeebs]

Conan deserves to be the next Mark Twain Prize recipient.

[Greazy__E]

Conan was the last of the talk show hosts that actually understood and promoted true comedy. He is deeply missed

[whitestoneandy]

Conan killed it. And the way Adam loved all the jokes and kept looking lovingly at his family was just so sweet

[BigSplenda]

Conan is so underrated it's UNREAL

[BobKnight-mmze]

That is a dude with 30+ years of doing monologues, no flubs, no hiccups, joke, joke, joke, goodnight everybody.

[YodaMasterOfTheUniverse]

Man... I so miss CONAN, this is what's missing in the comedy world. His brilliant, quick-witted approach and delivery.

[brosifstalin]

The way he looks at his daughter and enjoys the view of her having a blast. Top tier wholesome.

[DirtyFrigginHarry]

I never knew I needed Conan to do a roast until now

[GuarmaRummy]

It was so touching of Conan to come all the way here and say such kind things whist wearing a suit that once fit properly.

[elizabethlarson]

"That's a goodie!" That was cute when Adam reacted that way to Conan's joke about him asking if Mark Twain is Shania Twain's brother.

[zach]

I almost spit out my water at the “first award he’s received where he hasn’t been slimed”

[jamoe]

Conan O'Brien is my favorite. What a stud. Living legend.

[rachelisagrapefruit]

Conan O'Brien better be winning this award next! He is an icon in comedy and entertainment who deserves endless praise.

[allywhite]

Conan should be getting a prize like this, everything from his work on the Simpsons, To his cultural exploration documentaries, being one of the only talk show host who includes and treats his staff right, he’s still doing things now

[rjmq]

All the success conan has had i still say he is massively underrated. He has proven time and again that he is able to hold his own with some of greatest comedians ever.

[LittleNicky]

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Look at the way he looks at his daughters. He loves them so much and looks at them with so much pride. What a good dad. I love Adam.

[celanimaddr]

Conan is such a good orator and has perfect stage presence, brilliant

[tonycamacho]

Conan O’Brien is the greatest of all time… love his monologues ❤️