Bill Maher Honored with Mark Twain Prize

0:00On March 26, Bill Maher will receive the Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize for American humor. Early reports sparked a White House denial, labeling them fake news, but the center confirmed the honor on Thursday. Maher has shaped comedy and political talk for more than 30 years. He hosted politically incorrect on Comedy Central and ABC until 2002, then launched real-time with Bill Maher on HBO in 2003. The award celebrates comedians who've influenced society much like Mark Twain. Previous recipients include legends such as Richard Pryor, Steve Martin, George Carlin, and John Stewart, with Conan O'Brien as last year's winner. Maher shared his excitement, calling it humbling to join such company. The induction gala is set for June 28, featuring stars from Comedy's past and present. This event comes just before the center's two-year closure for renovations, amid recent leadership shifts, and some artists pulling out of performances.

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