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Humor laurels for comedian Bill Maher as the Kennedy Center navigates Trump-era upheaval
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· June 28, 2026
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Key points The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor is a prestigious recognition that has been presented annually since 1998. Further details about the award and the ceremony can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, which is reporting on the story from a national perspective.
Comedian Bill Maher is set to receive a notable award for his contributions to American humor. The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor is a prestigious recognition that has been presented annually since 1998. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place on Sunday.
It is expected to be one of the last major events at the Kennedy Center for some time. Further details about the award and the ceremony can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, which is reporting on the story from a national perspective.
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Category: local Published: June 28, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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