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Bill Maher Receives Kennedy Center Award

Updated 2026-06-29 02:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

Comedian Bill Maher received the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize, using his acceptance speech to mock those who complain about being mocked. He referenced Donald Trump, who was not present.

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What Bill Maher Said About Trump And The Left As He Received Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize: “You Want To Not Get Mocked? Stop Being Funny”

Bill Maher celebrated his ability to anger the right and the left as he received the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize, with a message to those who complain about being mocked: Stop being ridiculous. He cited the center’s chairman, Donald Trump, who was not present, and his attacks on hi

2026-06-29 02:42 UTC