Bill Maher Wins Mark Twain Prize

0:00On March 26, Bill Maher is the latest recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor from the Kennedy Center. The award recognizes top comedians who shape humor and commentary over decades, officials announced it on Thursday. This comes just days after a report in the Atlantic claimed Maher would win, which the White House quickly called fake news on social media. Their communications director slammed it publicly. Kennedy Center leaders praised Maher for influencing public talk through his comedy for years. Maher himself joked that. The prize is basically like an Emmy he actually gets to take home. The award started in 1998 and has gone to stars like Conan O'Brien, Dave Chappelle, and David Letterman before. It's a big honor in the comedy world. With no word yet from the White House on the official news, Maher's win highlights his lasting impact amid all the back and forth. I'm Cory with the story. That's your entertainment and celebrity news today update. AI powered and always trending.