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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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KOMMENTARE: 604
MasterYoda +1034
Ben is such a classic comedian, love his delivery. Such a wonderful friend to have.
Vor 2 MonatePurefoldnz +4
but a horrible person.
Vor 2 MonateVrvaughn +3
@Purefoldnz Took the words right out of my mouth.. although I was leaning more towards “what a prick”
Vor 2 MonateJoeBidenIsTrash +6
@Purefoldnzwhy?
Vor 2 MonateMichael Breindel
And much funnier than Adam will ever be. With better movies.
Vor 2 MonateMichael Holmgaard +929
Ben Stiller single-handedly defined comedy movies in the 2000s. He was the reason why so many masterpieces were made back. The comedy scene feels empty now, without Ben doing his thing
Vor 2 MonateBuddychrist +41
The comedies released during 95-04 were spot on amazing for that time, re-watching them now I understand the jokes and laugh but those younger than me finds them inappropriate, cringe, and offensive. It's was an era of every joke being acceptable as the jokes brought people of different backgrounds, challenges, and languages together. Now we can't joke about everything, people become divided and starts hating each other again. Stiller, Sandler, Spade, Chappelle, Murphy, Brown, Farley, Tucker, Brennan, Ferrell, and of course Sarah Silverman all led the way to unite people through jokes and laughs.
Vor 2 MonateSlam Dunk +16
The golden age of comedy was Ben Stiller and Jim Carrey. They’re two of the greatest for me. Far above Sandler. They’re in the same league as Chaplin and Buster Keaton.
Vor 2 MonateR. B. +9
I'd go with Will Ferrell but to each their own.
Vor 2 Monategreenbluemonkey +4
Yeah Stiller belongs there ahead of Sandler for sure
Vor 2 MonateAndromeda is Coming +17
Meet the parents, Tropic Thunder and Zoolander. Those three movies cement Ben in my mind as on of the funniest comedians to ever live.
Vor 2 MonateUserMll +424
This is a feel-good room filled with good people, who are ACTUALLY there to celebrate their friend Adam Sandler. It's beautiful 💙💙💙
Vor 2 Monatecristahoffer24 +8
Honestly this was so good and the positive shit we needed
Vor 2 MonateMediocreMan +4
Can't say they're good people, but they're having fun and celebrating.
Vor 2 MonateS†. Clou† +2
You can tell they actually love that man, and it's bc of how nice is actually is to everyone.
Vor 2 MonateUserMll +2
@S†. Clou† Totally 💯
Vor 2 MonateNonsense
@MediocreMan Just like I can't say you're a good person right?
Vor MonatShannon Steven +260
Ben is heavily underrated by today's audience. It's amazing how almost every persons presentation ends with a story that essentially just say's when they were in a bad place, Sandler was the person that either came to them all, or they all went to.
Vor 2 MonateAdrian Trusca
He's a fucking millionaire. Relax.
Vor 2 MonateRoberto De Antuñano +5
@Adrian Trusca Millionaires are people, and no person is exempt from dealing with mental illness.
Vor 2 MonateRoberto De Antuñano +4
I totally agree with you. People forget that Ben directed Robert Downey Jr. in his second Oscar nomination. Also, Severance is a delight, possibly his best work as a director.
Vor 2 MonateShannon Steven +3
@Adrian Trusca Being a millionaire doesn't really take away from your work being under appreciated.
Vor 2 MonateNoles 99 +1
Those Ben stiller shorts he used to make are comedy gold.
Vor MonatConrad Bitangcol +172
Brings me sheer joy to see how much fun Adam is having during this
Vor 2 MonateAdam Miller +5
Me too. Precious moments for sure. Genuine appreciation, friendship, respect, good taste and Witt. Refreshing. ☮️and thank you all.
Vor 2 MonateJames Megadick +858
I would've loved to see Norm MacDonald on this. RIP Norm
Vor 2 MonateMizz TreeJackson +71
Him and Chris Farley
Vor 2 Monatejohnny v +28
I didn't even think about that...made me sad 😢
Vor 2 MonateWILLIAM BOYLE +23
Phil hartman
Vor 2 MonateGlorious Ginger +13
Let's say, Norm made the powers that be bring us this event.😇
Vor 2 MonateDexter Morgan +2
That would have been amazing
Vor 2 MonateThePeej +248
“Under the surface, there’s just so much more to it… I mean… there has to be!”
Vor 2 MonateJRQTV | Jon Robert Quinn Television +1
His comedic timing was perfection. Actually it was the best joke of his entire career. I’ve never found him funny until this one joke. Well done Ben. You did it.
Vor 2 Monatem1l1t1am1ke
@JRQTV | Jon Robert Quinn Television I'm sure he's thrilled
Vor MonatDale Burnfart +18
While I cant remember the last time it felt like someone's actual friends showed up to celebrate their real friend, this felt 100% authentic and I am so Hppy for Adam and all the friends he has in his life.
Vor MonatB-Mag +347
Ben Stiller is one of the best nepobabies we’ve had. He’s a better director than he is an actor and he’s still a solid actor
Vor 2 MonateSlam Dunk +26
Those opinions are crazy 😂 Ben Stiller is top 2 best comedic actor with Jim Carrey. What are you smoking? Have you ever seen Everything about Marry, Along Came Polly, Starsky and Hutch, Tropic Thunder, Zoolander, Duplex, Meet the Fockers, Walter Mitty, The Heartbreak kid ?! They’re the funniest movies ever made.
Vor 2 MonateJ Modified +11
@Slam Dunk Nothing but cringe humor in Meet the Parents/Fockers and some of the others, but Topic Thunder and Zoolander were great. I like Stiller when he goes "full cartoon" but not in semi-realistic movies where "the cringe is the humor".
Vor 2 MonateGil B +12
@Slam DunkI think you missed the point lol
Vor 2 MonateBlujonny11 +2
Ben Stiller is one of the best '2023 hashtag words' we've ever had. There, fixed it. Probably better to worry about your own noob generation of actors/actresses.
Vor 2 MonateMister Bobby +1
Ben Stiller is an Amazing Actor, don't downplay his Acting
Vor 2 MonateJeffrey Kipperman +725
So great watching Adam Sandler roast Adam Sandler!
Vor 2 MonateBRAKE the TREND +22
I thought i was the only one...who always felt so.. 🥲. They do look lot lot like brothers..
Vor 2 MonateMuhammad furqan Ahmed +4
Nope to you both
Vor 2 MonateWade +1
Never a truer statement said.
Vor 2 MonateSquid James
Really???
Vor 2 Monatesuperxnatrl
what?
Vor 2 MonateLazy Eye NZ +191
Ben and Adam are legends. The Meyerowitz Stories is such an underrated movie.
Vor 2 MonateValey +4
I love that movie i was always waiting for the 2 together in a movie. Sad that they only did it once as fas as i know
Vor 2 MonateLazy Eye NZ +6
@Valey agreed and the closest thing before that was when Ben Stiller had a cameo in Happy Gilmore.
Vor 2 Monate666size666 +3
It's one of the 20% of Sandler movies that doesn't suck.
Vor 2 MonateAdam Mackey Smith +3
It IS an underrated movie. Seemed to slip by most people, but it may be the best Noah Baumbach film.
Vor 2 MonatePipo Low +1
93% on Rotten Tomatoes. Where is it underrated?
Vor 2 MonateAarlandSun +60
Click was incredible in both its humor and down right heartbreaking drama. The screaming in the rain brings forth tears everytime. Great movie with Sandler.
Vor 2 MonateJB083 +2
Underrated movie!
Vor 2 MonateArbiter Of All Things
It's a fucked up film. It goes from a funny goofy comedy to a serious, depressing, psychological horror movie. It's creepy.
Vor 2 MonateJay G +1
One of his best movies ngl
Vor 2 MonateRicky Ray +11
Ben Stiller has always been my favorite of the comedic actors, but all these guys are legends.
Vor 2 Monatejet Park +55
I just love every Stiller movie. Also his director work is top notch
Vor 2 MonateFamous5 +1
Me too. Sadly So many people just don't "get him" though....
Vor 2 MonateTau +19
late 90s and 2k were truly a special time in comedy, both pop and festival level. Adam & Ben ruled
Vor 2 MonateCristiBalKer +3
This was sooo good! I loved his speech better than the rest, it had me in tears!
Vor 2 MonateCrow Lee +27
I wish I had friends like Adam’s friends and I wish i had a friend like Adam. Looks like they had great times and love for one another for so many years. Nowadays you can only wish for 1 good genuine loyal friend but he’s got countless. He treats them all like his own family. Love Adam! Great man and great heart!
Vor 2 MonateLxxpybeatz
These guys made my traumatizing childhood easier to deal with and I thank them
Vor MonatYoli A.
Omg that was so good! What a living tribute! Ben does such good impressions!!
Vor 6 TageMontrae Davis +13
So happy Adam is getting his roses. He is very talented and funny! Happy Gilmore, Water boy, and Wedding singer are my all time favorites! Congratulations!!
Vor 2 MonateHerman Munster +7
Great comedian giving props to another. Thank you both for all the great years of comedy.
Vor 2 MonatePerry Haldenby +6
Adam Sandler is phenomenal .... Did you see his performance in 'Uncut Gem' ... Just incredible and raw
Vor 2 MonateJorge Carneiro +32
Those two are true icons of their generation.
Vor 2 MonateTanya Kasim
They certainly are. 😊
Vor 2 MonateBernardo Perez +21
That sand man impression was spot on 🤣 Ben is hilariously funny with out any effort it seams . Love all his films to me he is the goat of comedy
Vor 2 Monatepatricia roberts +1
Ben was born from greatness. Both of his parents were perfection when it came to comedy!!! 💕
Vor 2 MonateLindsay W +17
Comparing Adam Sandler to a chocolate chip cookie and bowl of fettuccine Alfredo is so spot on. His movies are like comfort food for a whole generation.
Vor 2 Monateyou +43
I wanna see a modern comedy with Ben Stiller and Adam Sandler. That'd be great.
Vor 2 MonateStephen
He would have made a great villain in Happy Gilmore along with Shooter McGavin . (besides the short scenes in the nursing home)
Vor 2 MonateTim2049
...I bet it wouldn't...
Vor 2 MonateBenAck912
And Jack Black.
Vor MonatDwim +11
Damn it breaks my heart seeing all these legendary comedians get older, some of their humor might be corny but the when you look back on all the movies they've made, they still stand the test of time and are unmatched to any comedy films that are out there these days.
Vor 2 MonateRhys Jones +1
Ya like I can’t stand the fake accent sandier does anymore but thinking back on his movies they really shaped alot of our childhoods. Same with Jim carrey in my opinion, makes me nauseous to see him still try to pull of physical humour and corny jokes at this age but god damn he almost couldn’t miss back then.
Vor 2 MonatePatricia Bagby +46
Ben, you and your dad and a jazz musician helped me decide to move to NY. I was here with my late husband, on a trip to see if we really wanted to move here. So far we had hated much of it. We decided to take a break by going to see Doc Cheatham at a club. Waiting for the set to start, we saw Jerry Stiller come in with his young son, and were thrilled. Right after that, the music started, with "I'll Take Manhattan." We looked at each other and said, that’s it, we're moving here. Thanks for being part of that decision! 😊
Vor 2 MonateSam Holder +61
you can tell all his peers just love him so much
Vor 2 Monatedancepiglover +9
It was inevitable for several people people to end up doing an impression of 90’s Adam Sandler. And it’s funny every time. 😂
Vor 2 MonateBob A Booey +146
Ben Stiller doing Bruce Springsteen, just the stories is a classic.
Vor 2 MonateLori +36
💕💖💕 Ben. So talented yet not afraid of self- depreciating humor.
Vor 2 MonateBlueFM +7
Rarely have I seen quote the "stars" together and appearing genuinely at ease with each other and simply in the moment. How can you not like these folks...❤
Vor 2 MonateEllen F +7
We love everything Ben Stiller has done. Funny as hell.🤎💜💙💚💛🧡❤🤍🖤💛👏👏👏👏
Vor 2 MonateWaheeda Hosein +123
Ben should do a stand up! 😂❤ Got it all from his parents!
Vor 2 MonateTom Sevcik +2
That speech was all stand-up I was laughing the whole time
Vor 2 MonateStrawberry Frog +2
It's crazy and beautiful how all these funny guys are both hilarious and thoughtful
Vor 2 MonateMary Silvergirl +63
Ben Stiller is so brilliant!
Vor 2 MonateSphiwe Mohapi
I love this. This is amazing, I grew up on Sandler, he truly truly earned his merit. Well done good and faithful servant.
Vor 2 MonateGray-Fox +28
Im just glad to be a kid in the late 90's and early 2000...adam Sandler and bBen stiller are just to precious.. Love them! ❤️
Vor 2 MonateSara J +1
Just the way the whole time for every speaker Adam leans forward and engages and is loving while listening ❤
Vor MonatJoel kenneth Johnson +1
Two giants in Hollywood who defined their genre❤️
Vor 2 MonateAndrew Deutsch +1
Give Ben Stiller his flowers. That monologue was funny as hell. Lol.
Vor Monatloveforeignaccents +2
Ben and Adam are indeed two of the funniest when it comes to comedies!!!
Vor 2 MonateGenuine Justin +136
Wtf who knew Ben Stiller could probably pull off Stand Up Comedy. Dude is actually hilarious. Funnier than his movies, except Tropic Thunder.
Vor 2 MonateEnrico L +1
Click was funny also
Vor 2 MonateProMiŁ +14
Zoolander was really funny.
Vor 2 MonateGasMaster +8
Although TT was indeed my favorite BS movie, Something About Mary is a classic as well!
Vor 2 MonateProMiŁ +1
Actually he was good early on, he was like bruce willis of comedy, after a while he made bad movies...
Vor 2 MonateRuby +3
We need another comedy with Ben and Adam. It's been too long since Happy Gilmore, they really should do another movie together. Lol
Vor 2 Monatenitroburn72
I rarely laugh, but Stiller was golden. 🤣 Loved him in Secret Life of Walter Mitty--a stellar movie and still one of my favorites (had to buy it). Didn't care too much for his character in the Friends episode, though, but love his other movies...the Night at the Museum films hold a special place in my heart...partly because he just clicked with Williams and also because I would watch the movies with my boys when they were young (I raised them, basically, myself). Congrats, Adam and Ben...both of you are awesome.😊
Vor Monatbtetschner
A+ video! It would be great to have comedy friends like that, Ben and Adam are so funny.
Vor 2 MonateTony Maselli +2
love stiller as much as i do sandler. two comedic geniuses.
Vor 2 MonateMichael Carroca +7
No other Man derserved this award, Sadler is a icon and we all have loved the laughs he has given us, God Bless !!
Vor 2 MonateChatty Monkey Don
Well, they give one out every year so there have been plenty of others who have deserved it.
Vor 2 MonatePascoal Gomes +1
I love them both. I remember that in the beginning I didn't know them and used to mistake them. Then, I realized one is shorter than the other and it helped me distinguish their features.
Vor 2 MonateMatt Sheezy +320
“You could trouble me for a warm glass of Shut The Hell Up… you’re in My world now Grandma”
Vor 2 MonateJustin F +10
😆I think about that line weekly.
Vor 2 MonateEdith +1
😂😂
Vor 2 MonateRhys Jones +4
Man stiller was so dark in that movie, might not be my favourite movie, but it’s probably my favourite couple lines from him. So funny
Vor 2 Monateitscarleejbitchez +2
I just called my momma to remind her of this line hahahahah thank you
Vor 2 MonateBiyi Ogundele +3
ben is from a pure comedy family his dad just hilarious
Vor 2 Monatebig sam77 +1
ben stiller is one of the few guys that make me laugh just by looking at him
Vor 2 Monateakhila rao
His friendships and family life are what deserve a prize wow
Vor 2 MonateJohn +18
This was better than I taught it was gonna be.
Vor 2 MonateRoy Moneyhun
Almost thirty years ago, in the mid-90s, I got to see Adam perform in my university gym in Miami. It was a free show. The place was packed. I wasn't seeing any tv at the time, so I wasn't fully aware of who he was. I'd heard his name, knew he was a comedian who sang goofy songs, but that was the extent of it. During the opening act, people kept yelling, "We want Adam!," which led to a great joke by the opener, but that's another story. Adam finally came out, and it became very obvious that everybody there loved this guy. A funny, funny dude. Thanks, Sandman!
Vor 2 MonateCloud Strife
you can see how good a person sandler is when all theses celebrities are there showing support and talking about respect without faking it, it come from the heart
Vor 2 MonateSunny Bee
Ben and Adam are the only multiverse collaboration left......and it's i guess too good of a thing to be true for it to happen
Vor MonatLexi Con
So glad Ben brought up the MTV game show! 😂 Watched that with Adam and Colin Quinn back in the early 90's before they made it to SNL. Great times❤
Vor MonatJ Q +93
I just love how Mr Overachiever can’t help but love his chill “lazy” friend 😉
Vor 2 MonateGringa Latina +1
Stiller killed. They have a lot in common. So much talent, so many ideas, they can't stop creating.
Vor 2 MonateAchoo
This is gotta be the funniest award show there is so far
Vor MonatLenoria Mackey +3
Awesome and great job Ben Stiller!
Vor 2 Monatesteve Snodgrass +1
Seems like Adam is always having fun
Vor MonatWrenlin Whitelight +1
Mark Twain would be proud of this moment. He was often referred to as the original "comedian" in modern terms.
Vor 2 MonateTom Jakab
Ben Stiller's "Manson" skit from his show with Bob Odenkirk as Manson is truly inspired.
Vor 2 MonateJobo Mcfakeaf +3
Ben could've easily won this award too dude
Vor 2 MonateTim Hendricks
I would love a Ben and Adam collaboration.
Vor 2 MonateKurt +6
"Keep lying to yourselves" 🤣😂 God I love Adam. He and Farley were the heroes of my childhood.
Vor 2 Monateivan herrera
I deeply admired ben stiller. Such a good role model to follow. Glad he is paying tribute to the legend adam sandler.
Vor 2 MonatePablo De Bella
Ben is a special one, that guy makes me laugh as soon as he shows his face in any movie. specially when he is wearing an obviously enourmous fake moustache xD
Vor MonatDbn Poldermans +2
Ben also deserves this award
Vor 2 MonateYorVideoNet +1
*This was pretty good, i really enjoyed it.* 🤣
Vor 2 MonateOra Peker
Adam, thanks for making us laugh, being true to our Jewish nationality, and being a celebrity neighbor in Boca. We would love to meet you in person in Boca. Best wishes ❤️
Vor 6 TageHer_Majesty_Gaming
Good people deserve good friends I'm so happy for Adam and I love how he always let his wife have cameo in his movies. Like the wife of dracula in HT is her painting
Vor 2 MonateMbola RAMANOELINA
I would have loved that Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller made more movies together.
Vor 2 MonateRitesh Sacheendran
I want them back in a movie. UNIVERSE MAKE IT HAPPEN!!
Vor 2 MonateHorror Movie Scream Queen
They need to do a full movie together! Happy Gilmore doesn't count lol
Vor 2 MonateAnthony +1
Stiller is an underrated actor.
Vor 2 MonateMizz TreeJackson +1
I’m so glad that Adam Sandler is getting his flowers. He’s so funny, seems very humble and doesn’t take himself too seriously.
Vor 2 MonatetheeDude +4
Ben Stiller is a legend. That's the reason people call Adam Sandlwe Zoolander!
Vor 2 MonateAero +2
I wish Ben could pull off another tropic thunder, that is the most impressive comedy movie ever.
Vor 2 MonateSophea Dutch
Omgawwd...good old Ben Stiller❤👍I love it! Adam sandler rocks!
Vor 2 MonateSharal3D
Ben is one of the best director in this world.
Vor 2 MonateDelilh
I've always dreamed about a film with Ben Stiller and Adam Sandler
Vor 2 MonateDebra Jardine
came from the hardest possible time in history to adapt to the lame future ahead ADAM MADE IT BEARABLE AND FUN!!
Vor 2 MonateJoe N +2
I love Ben Stiller 😂🤣
Vor 2 MonatediPaula
Man, I would love to see Norm on this stage, talking about Sandler, it would be incredible!!!!
Vor 2 MonateSomeguy30 +1
Bens character in happy gilmore is one of my favorites in any sandler movie
Vor 2 MonateNormanG6 +2
Stiller is sctually my fav comedy actor, his jokes are 100% my kinda jokes.
Vor 2 MonateCori Morganson
Lmao. Love Ben. I would love to see them team up. Problem is the sensitivity police would never let them release the pure comedic talent of these two would create. We grew up in a different time. We had one short, laugh filled period of time when people got over themselves and we learned that laughing together at ourselves and everyone else... was far better than the bs offended culture. We'll NEVER have true comedy again thanks to these babies who actually believe they are ready to steer culture before they can master their own emotions. Smh When we can't laugh together, violence follows. Which is exactly why people need to learn to control themselves BEFORE they try to control the rest of us. Its also why we used to mock those little twats mercilessly until they cried. Lol
Vor 2 Monatecjflo
Have another Werther’s Original old man
Vor 4 TageJessie Panaro
Ben ~ you gave everyone a Blast! You’re The Best!!
Vor 2 MonateStephen Mosgrove +1
Stiller is so very smart and funny.
Vor 2 MonateMissy Davis +3
Adam Sandler has earned respect because hes loving and steady. Sand Man!
Vor 2 Monateomg wth +4
Ben is genius! 🤩
Vor 2 MonateCaleb Brown +4
So I watched The Cable Guy recently.. dark comedy but brilliant! Directed by Ben Stiller
Vor 2 MonatePuyax01 +1
I always say that in order to be really funny you have to be a very smart person. Ben Stiller, Eddie and Charlie Murphy, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Bill Burr, Dave Chapelle, etc.
Vor 2 MonateBeazleyZtudios
I've been watching all these clips and it felt like I was watching those old school Dean Martin roasts; where everyone was ragging on each other (and Adam) but it was done out of love and respect and the jokes were actually funny.
Vor 2 MonateS K
Lol!!! This was hilarious 😂
Vor MonatYavuz Sabuncuoglu +4
Ben & Adam are best comedians.
Vor 2 Monate