Conan O'Brien accepted the 2025 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center on March 23, 2025. In his heartfelt remarks, he reflected on his early career struggles, detailing a moment from 1987 when he faced significant career uncertainty after being rejected for a writing position. The ceremony, significant as the first major event at the Kennedy Center since political changes under President Trump, highlighted concerns for the center's future and the impact of comedy on culture.
This year's ceremony was the first major event at the Kennedy Center since its board was reshuffled under Trump, raising concerns about the institution's future.
To be handed this award by David Letterman is hard for me to comprehend. My burning ambition was to write for Dave's late-night show.
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