Mark Twain Prize

Samantha Bee shares the support she received from Jon Stewart for launching her career by offering her a job as a correspondent on the "The Daily Show".

Jon Stewart talks about the moments of inspiration and creation that helped fuel him throughout his succesful career.

Stephen Colbert depicts the special friendship shared between him and Jon Stewart during their early years working together on “The Daily Show”.

A tribute to Jon Stewart takes a turn into eulogistic territory when it is delivered by comedy mastermind and former "Daily Show" correspondent, John Oliver.

Dave Chappelle praises Jon Stewart, calling him "a cure to what ails our culture." "I do not have the words to say in front of these people how much I love you," said Chappelle.

Jon Stewart explains how leaving "The Daily Show" allowed him to spend more time with his daughter and son, and calls it one of the best decisions he's ever made.

Bassem Youssef recounts the support he received from Jon Stewart for launching the hugely popular "El-Bernameg," his version of "The Daily Show" in the Middle East.

John Stewart accepts the award for the 2022 Mark Twain Prize presented at The Kennedy Center.

A lineup of leading performers, including including Samantha Bee, Steve Carell, Dave Chappelle, Gary Clark, Jr., Stephen Colbert, Pete Davidson, Ed Helms, Jimmy Kimmel, Jon Meacham, Olivia Munn, John Oliver, Bruce Springsteen, Bassem Youssef, and others salute Jon Stewart at the 23rd annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize.

Some of the biggest names in comedy come together at the 2022 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor honoring Jon Stewart.