A great tribute has been paid to Kevin Hart.
On Wednesday, the Kennedy Center announced that the 44-year-old actor and comedian will be the 25th recipient of the Mark Twain Award for American Humor, which is scheduled to be presented during a gala performance at the center’s Concert Hall in Washington, DC, on March 24, 2024.
“I’ve been doing comedy since the inception of this award 25 years ago. To be honored in this commemorative year feels surreal,” Hart said in a statement announcing the news.
“Comedy is my outlet for social commentary and observations about life — I’m grateful to the Kennedy Center for recognizing my voice and impact on culture,” he added. “I can’t wait to celebrate!”
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Kevin Hart in Miami Beach, Florida on September 13, 2023.
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Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter said, “For more than three decades, Kevin Hart has been a source of laughter across America and around the world with his iconic characters, inimitable physical comedy and compelling narratives.”
She further described Hart as “an accomplished writer, producer, actor and comedian” who “made a lasting contribution to the comedy landscape and represents our celebration of American humor at the Kennedy Center.”
“We express our gratitude to Kevin for enriching American culture and look forward to celebrating his extraordinary career,” Rutter concluded.
The Mark Twain Award for American Humor, presented by Wells Fargo and named after the late author and humorist of the same name, honors those who have had an impact on society. Past winners include Richard Pryor, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Steve Martin, Whoopi Goldberg, Jon Stewart, Dave Chappelle and, most recently, Adam Sandler.
In addition to his long tenure in standup comedy and numerous awards, Hart is well known for his roles in projects such as Jumanji movies, Paternity and the upcoming Netflix heist comedy Lift.
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