Steve Martin (Paul Simon Tribute) - 2002 Kennedy Center Honors

Steve Martin gives a hilarious tribute to his friend and 2002 Honoree Paul Simon.

The Kennedy Center Honors is an annual honor given to those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture.

[williamheyman]

I am 87 and still appreciate the wit and humor. And also the funny stuff.

[abhy]

'this is nor the time or place' is a classic Steve Martin delivery. He had used it on multiple occasions. Still feeling fresh, though.

[legit]

Every now and then, over the years, I've had to come back to this clip. Steve Martin was on fire that night.

[nonstoprocker]

His timing is so sublime...The master of setting up the audience....!!

[PlanetEarth]

"I don't often mention the word genius very often. I just thought I'd mention it."

Up to that point I was simply chuckling at Steve. At that point I started laughing in my recliner and a tear formed.

[WBCRO]

“It’s been nice being a citizen.” That line slays me every time.

[OSD_Chicago]

I can watch this over and over watching James Earl Jones busting a gut laughing. 😂😂😂

[melissaforknerlesher]

Back in the days when a President could celebrate the accomplishments of someone else other than himself, especially our artists, our creative minds, and thinkers!

[chrisarseneault]

I've seen Paul Simon in concert I think maybe 3 to 4 times and he is absolutely fantastic

[hiimdan]

I think it’s a testament to how great Steve Martin is when an amazing man such as James Earl Jones is star struck.

[godonlyone]

He knocks it out of the park with he first sentence, and then keeps them coming -- genius!

[igsigsolutions]

This is timeless. I've lost count the number of times I've viewed this. Again and again.

[jmg]

This is one of the best speeches ever.

[jackclark]

I keep watching this and can't help seeing James Earl Jones having the times of his life. RIP JAMES.

[Arnuuld]

Love it. Also James Earl Jones seems to have the night of his life :)

[Oscar]

There are two ways to be a comedian, Steve Martin's way and everybody else's way.

[poeha]

THE best comedy speech I salute you, Steve Martin. You´re the best.

[mikesteele]

Steve Martin is the best! Love his delivery....what a master comedian

[maryjones]

I watch 100 times and keep laughing!❤❤❤ genius😅

[ckpator]

What a terrific tribute! Humor mixed with the usual accolades. I'm glad Paul Simon counts Steve Martin among his friends, such that he could do it, to the huge enjoyment of the audience then, and us now.