Conan O'Brien received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center, making his award show the first major event at the venue since President Donald Trump became the board chair. The comedian,

The star-studded Mark Twain Prize for American Humor ceremony was the most notable event at the Washington arts center since the president installed himself as its chairman.

Actor and writer Issa Rae canceled her sold-out show at the center, and Jeffery Steller, producer for the hit musical “Hamilton,” announced the musical’s anticipated 2026 run at the center has been canceled March 5.