Conan O'Brien received the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor during a celebration marked by humor and poignant political commentary. Surrounded by peers like Adam Sandler and Will Ferrell, O'Brien expressed gratitude towards former Kennedy Center leadership, symbolizing the connection between comedy and the current political landscape. Comedians present addressed the prevailing unrest, with Nikki Glaser noting that the tension allows comedy to thrive, while John Mulaney and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog made pointed references to contemporary socio-political issues, showcasing the blend of laughter and critique inherent in the night.
Comedians zeroed in on the tension Before the show, standup comedian Nikki Glaser said she was "saddened about the state of things right now," but that comedians thrive on tension.
Accepting the prize on Sunday night, O'Brien pointedly thanked former board chair David Rubenstein and former president Deborah Rutter. "They're the reason I'm here," he said.
After introducing himself, John Mulaney said, "It's an honor to be here at the Kennedy Center or, as it will be known next week, 'the Roy Cohn Pavilion for Big, Strong Men Who Love Cats.'"
Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, performed by Robert Smigel, zeroed in on the ambivalence some people have about going to the Kennedy Center right now.
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