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The 20th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor: David Letterman
Sunday, October 22, 2017 8:00 PM
At a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy, the Kennedy Center presents the 20th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to David Letterman.
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Concert Hall
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Over 33 years on late-night television, David Letterman hosted 6,028 episodes of Late Night (NBC) and The Late Show (CBS), and was the longest-running late-night broadcaster in American history. As a writer, performer, and producer, Letterman is one of the most-nominated individuals in Emmy Award® history, with 52 nominations, resulting in 10 wins. Letterman is also a two-time Peabody Award winner and a Kennedy Center Honoree.
EXPLORE MORE: See past recipients of the Mark Twain Prize and watch video highlights
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