Conan O’Brien Will Receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor was first given to comedian Richard Pryor in 1998. Over the years, it’s been handed ...
15 Years Ago, Conan O’Brien’s ‘Tonight Show’ Stint Came to an Ignominious End
O’Brien became a household name as the host of Late Night With Conan O’Brien since 1993, serving as the lead-out for Leno’s Tonight Show, which debuted a year earlier. As both shows became ratings ...
Conan O'Brien to receive Mark Twain Prize, joining other late-night legends
Comedian Conan O'Brien is the latest former late-night host to receive the Mark Twain prize: a distinction for American humor.
Conan O’Brien to Receive 2025 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
The comedian, podcaster and former late night host will be the 26th recipient of the award from the Kennedy Center.