The Kennedy Center announced that comedian Bill Maher will receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on June 28, 2026.The confirmation follows initial White House denials that labeled the selection of the frequent Donald Trump critic as fake news.This high-profile gala will stream on Netflix before the venue closes for a two-year renovation project led by the president.Maher is recognized for his nearly thirty-year influence on political discourse despite past legal disputes with the current president.