Mark Twain Prize

Paul Rudd answers the question -- when did Will Ferrell make you laugh the hardest?

John Mulaney Performs At The David Letterman Mark Twain Prize.

Chelsea Handler thanks Jay Leno for everything.

Steve Martin talks about Tina Fey's comedic genius

Jimmy Fallon thanks Jay Leno for everything.

Amy Poehler honors Carol Burnett at the 2013 Mark Twain Prize

Amy Schumer Performs at the David Letterman Mark Twain Prize.

Robin Williams honors comedian Billy Crystal at the 2007 Mark Twain Prize ceremony.

Jon Hamm, Fred Armisen, Steve Carell, and others talk candidly about Tina Fey.

Martin Short gives a toast to Carol Burnett at the 2013 Mark Twain Prize

Dick Gregory thanks Bill Cosby for his effects on other 'negro' comedians.

Stars discuss working with Carol Burnett and the joy of the Carol Burnett Show

The stars answer, 'Why watch the Mark Twain Prize?'

Performers of the 2013 Mark Twain Prize share their funniest moments with Carol Burnett.

In 2003 Will Ferrell gave the Class Day speech at Harvard University

The stars came out to honor Carol Burnett at the 2013 Mark Twain Prize

Robin Williams and Billy Crystal honor 2001 Mark Twain Prize winner Whoopi Goldberg.

Tina Fey honors Carol Burnett at the 2013 Mark Twain Prize

Meet Tim Conway and hear what he has to say about Carol Burnett

Celebrating the work of "Late Night" and "The Late Show" legend David Letterman.

Check out the upcoming 2014 Mark Twain Prize honoring Jay Leno.

Celebrate the work of Carol Burnett airing Friday, January 3, 2014.

Dave Chappelle and Eddie Murphy imagine what show they would have on PBS.

Joe Piscopo, Dave Chappelle, Kevin Nealon, and Jay Pharoah congratulate Eddie Murphy.

Dave Chappelle, Jay Pharoah, and Kevin Nealon share their favorite Eddie Murphy moments.

Kathy Griffin, Joe Piscopo, and Dave Chappelle describe Eddie Murphy.

Dave Chappelle, Kevin Nealon, Kathy Griffin, and others tell how they met Eddie Murphy.

On Nov. 9 Tina Fey receives The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize.

Airs October 31 at 9pm ET

Airs Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. Check your local listings.

Entertainers honor the late George Carlin, recipient of the 11th Mark Twain Prize.

Kevin Nealon and Dave Chappelle explain why you should watch the 2015 Mark Twain Prize.

Bill Murray Performs at the David Letterman Mark Twain Prize.

Steve Martin & Martin Short Perform At The David Letterman Mark Twain Prize.

David Letterman Gives His Acceptance Speech For The 2017 Mark Twain Prize.

Ilana Glazer & Abbi Jacobson perform the "Elaine Dance."

Kumail Nanjiani Performs at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

Jimmy Kimmel Performs at the David Letterman Mark Twain Prize.

Why is Bill Murray so elusive & hard to reach? Hear Jimmy Kimmel's insightful answer.

"Ghostbusters" director Ivan Reitman recounts how he first met Bill Murray.

Jimmy Kimmel, Sigourney Weaver, & Bill Hader imagine Bill Murray's reaction to a Cubs win.

Bill Murray: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize aired on PBS on Friday, Oct. 28, 2016.

Dave Chappelle: The Mark Twain Prize premieres on PBS on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus: The Mark Twain Prize premiers on PBS on Monday, Nov. 19, 2018.

The cast of Veep congratulate Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus Gives Her Acceptance Speech For The 2018 Mark Twain Prize.

Larry David Performs at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

Jerry Seinfeld Performs at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

Illana Glazer & Abbi Jacobson Perform at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

Stephen Colbert Performs at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

Tina Fey Performs at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

Jack Johnson Performs at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

Keegan-Michael Key Performs at the Julia Louis-Dreyfus Mark Twain Prize.

John Oliver's tribute to Jon Stewart takes a eulogistic turn.

Jon Stewart shares how the art of inspiration and creation fueled his career.

Jon Stewart says leaving "The Daily Show" allowed him to spend more time with his kids.

Miley Cyrus performs for 2016 Mark Twain Prize recipient, Bill Murray.

Dave Chappelle praises Jon Stewart, calling him "a cure to what ails our culture."

Stephen Colbert, host of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" honors Jon Stewart.

Bassem Youssef, host of a popular Middle Eastern "Daily Show," honors Jon Stewart.

Explore how growing up in the nation's capital influenced Dave Chappelle's comedic style.