Dave Chappelle Acceptance Speech | 2019 Mark Twain Prize
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- Dave Chappelle delivers a hilarious and sentimental acceptance speech during the Kennedy Center's 2019 Mark Twain Prize. Watch the full show on PBS: www.pbs.org/video/dave-chappe...
An outstanding lineup of entertainers gathered in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall to salute Dave Chappelle, recipient of the 22nd annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on October 27, 2019. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world’s greatest humorists, was given at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.
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Dave Chappelle is an internationally recognized stand-up comedian and actor whose trademark wit and sharp, irreverent social commentary explores race, popular culture, sex, drugs, politics, and fame. Arguably the most-touring comic on the circuit, Chappelle has performed more than 1,600 concerts worldwide in the past four years, selling out shows within minutes of their announcements.
Dave Chappelle could always make people laugh. Once he realized the power of his natural talent, he set some ambitious goals for his art. As a 14-year-old student at Washington, D.C.'s Duke Ellington School of the Arts, Chappelle crafted his stand-up comedy act out of the realities of his life growing up Black in the nation's capital.
ABOUT THE MARK TWAIN PRIZE
The Mark Twain Prize recognizes people who have had an impact on American society in ways similar to the distinguished 19th century novelist and essayist best known as Mark Twain. As a social commentator, satirist and creator of memorable characters, Samuel Clemens was a fearless observer of society, who startled and outraged many while delighting and informing many more with his uncompromising perspective of social injustice and personal folly. He revealed the great truth of humor when he said "against the assault of laughter nothing can stand."
The inaugural Mark Twain Prize was presented to Richard Pryor during the first annual Kennedy Center Celebration of American Humor, October 20, 1998. The event was created by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Bob Kaminsky, Peter Kaminsky, Mark Krantz, and John Schreiber and is televised annually. The Kennedy Center is grateful to Cappy McGarr for his steadfast support of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor since its inception. Previous recipients of the Mark Twain include Richard Pryor (1998), Jonathan Winters (1999), Carl Reiner (2000), Whoopi Goldberg (2001), Bob Newhart (2002), Lily Tomlin (2003), Lorne Michaels (2004), Steve Martin (2005), Neil Simon (2006), Billy Crystal (2007), George Carlin (2008), Bill Cosby (2009, rescinded in 2018) Tina Fey (2010), Will Ferrell (2011), Ellen DeGeneres (2012), Carol Burnett (2013) Jay Leno (2014), Eddie Murphy (2015), Bill Murray (2016), David Letterman (2017), and Julia Louis-Dreyfus (2018).
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This is the first time I've felt an acceptance speech was too short
It's fucking incredible the power that Dave has! I was literally disappointed that he stopped talking. "KEEP TALKING DAVE!, EVERY LINE IS POETRY!"
100% with you on that.
He is just inspirational to hear even when he isn’t being funny. The GOAT
John By'ron He coulda just jumped off into a whole hour long acceptance speech and we’d all listen
what a great comment. so true. Thank you J. B.
If someone from the future should stumble upon this video I need you to know: Dave Chappelle wasn't overrated. The acclaim and public love he receieved were completely merited. He was a master of his craft. He transcended comedy--he was one of the premier public intellectuals of his day. When Chappelle spoke people listened. He was easily one of the 10 most important public figures we had. He was the GOAT
Watching this August 2022 you are So right
He did it during a time that no other comedian in history would have been able to pull it off and with jokes that nobody else besides him would've been able to pull off. Hes the GOAT.
Modern day philosopher/thinker! Not overrated by any means.
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This comment deserves a mark twain prize itself 😔✊️ *reddit golds*
When his mother is saying that quote with him, it's one of the truest, and most powerful thing he could share. Major props to dave, and his wonderful mother, and family.
😭😭😭😭
I heard him say this line in person. I fell in love with it when this video released and i got goosebumps that I could hear him say it in person
It is amazing how he developed his career, story-telling, jokes and the message since 2005 when I watched him for the very first time. I could barely speak english back then. Dave is the GOAT of comedy
Undoubtedly
And even before 2005...Killing Them Softly is one of the best comedy specials of all time.
He is the GOAT in deed
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What's "the message" my dude?
I really hate how his words are being misconstrued. This guy owns his craft. He tells jokes but he always offers some perspective on life. You don't have to agree with it but it is his opinion. In the beginning when he was talking about racist comedians and how he is still friends with them. I just can't see how people say Dave Chappelle is hateful person. Yes, he makes fun of people. But he does it equally, himself, friends, family and so on. Have we gotten so soft as a society now that we can even talk about each other? Sometimes it is not right. But the conversation has to get done. Or else no one is ever heard.
Same feelings bro especially now with his Netflix The Closer but Dave knows what he's talking so im not worried at all.
@@user-ce6nz8ht3b that’s right, can’t worry about other people
"This is the truth, and you are obstructing it".. what a legendary line.
I especially felt it when he said “I’m not talking about the content, I’m talking about the art form!”. Absolutely agree, there’s many stand-up comics that I disagree with or don’t find funny, but that’s just me. Never have I once felt the need to say “don’t give that person a mic”. Like Dave said, it’s an art form that gives everyone a champion in the room. It’s such a genre of merit, if you’re great you’ll inevitably shine through, and if you’re not, you’ll organically get weeded out.
What does he actually mean by that?
@@asgher11 as he said a few minutes before that "the 1st amendment is first for a reasons (the freedom of speech) , and the 2nd amendment is there just in case the 1st one doesn't work out"
He means a comedian has the freedom to say whatever he wants .. the truth, and the truth here refers to the practitioner of comedy being able to speak his mind, if u stop him you're obstructing the truth.. not the content but the art form.
Dave Chapelle's genius aside, you can't help but respect the mother who brought him up to be a man with opinions and courage.
The only comment I was waiting to see 👏
I need to listen to this speech every once in awhile. Heals my soul when I'm down... thank you Dave
Word.
My favorite speech of all time. He pulls back the curtain of influence and talks so raw and so humanly about the truth. I can’t not cry watching this. An absolute legend of a man.
It’s probably weird that I’m saying this, but Dave’s parents being well-learnt educators and divorcing each other, gave him an incredible perspective on life, and in turn blessed us (fans of his work) with deep stuff to think about behind all the incredible jokes & comedy. For context if you don’t know, Dave’s parents split when he was young. He was mainly raised close to inner-city DC, but when his parents split, his Dad moved to Yellow Springs, Ohio. So as a kid he split his time between being close to the inner city, and being in the “country”. That, coupled with him later on making it and hanging around the Hollywood elites, is why his comedy has such a complete understanding & perspective on American life, or just life in general.
If it was possible to bookmark youtube comments, this would be the first one i would. Brilliant analysis and it gave me a better understanding of why i love Dave Chappelle and his comedy so much. Thank you.
I always forget that they were both professors. Man, they must be so damn proud of him.
Dave is a national Treasure and needs to be honored and protected
I have students. And since I started teaching I’ve told them, “The world belongs to the bold. Be bold.” I’ve been at it since 2013 and the great Dave Chappelle’s mother said it the best. “Sometimes you have to be a lion... to be the lamb that you really are.”
Sarah Silverman is close to tears towards the end of this and a moment before the camera panned to her showing that emotion I felt it too. Dave Chappelle is overly deserving of this award if that's even possible given that this is the yearly "Mark Twain Award" and he is my favorite author. Cheers
7:29 You can see Tiffany Haddish next to Sarah also getting emotional.
Not afraid is a start... This is the beginning for each person
wanting to achieve! Love you and what you are Dave Chappelle!
I could listen to him for a whole day and not get bored. He's so intelligent. Dave Chappelle is a living legend.
I just teared-up at the end, was such a heartfelt speech.
He has an amazing way with words! They flow so easily like a beautiful calm serene river water! Splendid!
I swear to God i watch this man's stand up repeatedly and i pray that may his legacy lives on more than he ever imagined.
Has been a while since I teared up like here - when he said "Love this genre.." and the look of the people sitting there - real legends themselves burning the sight of the deepest love to their lifestyles into their eyes. Beautiful.
Whoever says he is a comedian is oh so wrong...this man is a genius, legend, and hero of our times. Thank you Dave for mlgiving me hope that rational thought can and will prevail!!
he is more than a comedian.
Chapelle man. What an insanely different character you are. So brilliant and full of energy and love. I have so much respect for him.
Why am I crying. Speaking the truth and moments with her mother.
The tribute to his mom was the highlight for me, had me tearing because I lost mine, and she did so much to see us grow and be well educated. Mothers are indeed super humans, I hope to be as selfless to my kids 🥹
Never gets old!!!
I’ve watched this almost 50 times!!
Dave was powerful, heartfelt, philosophical and just plain excellent here!
The greatest of all time. Privileged to have grown up with this mans comedy, his work has saved me on so many levels.
wow just wow! what an intelligent and engrossing speech. I have to rewatch it with subtitles on so I can live every word through his voice. didn't know that he is such a poet and his tribute to his mom is simply one of the best thing you could possibly say to another human. ❤
God bless his mom for many more years to come she is a Queen…I can listen to Dave for hours greatest story teller ever the GOAT!!
You gotta love this man!! He is so dam honest and humble and real. Homie almost had me in tears with that last minute... chills all up and down my spine. I will now live Dave Chapelle day every year from Syracuse NY!! God bless you Dave
It doesn’t happen often, but we are witnessing a true genius here. As real as it gets. Truly as brilliant as it gets. Chapelle will go down in history as one of the icons of comedy. I feel lucky to be alive in his lifetime. Big thanks to his mother. What a woman.
such an eloquent and intelligent true to himself artist...thank you Dave Chappelle and thank you Dave's mom...you raised him well
One of the best speeches ever on every level or thematic and the fluidity of it.
A beloved Dave Chappelle! A person who prioritized diginity and humanity over money. We love you brother !
The gift he has of telling a story and captivating all who listen is a trait of a true legend.
Watching this video and seeing the red progress bar get closer the end is a subtle reminder to cherish every moment in life.
Wow, tears in my eye's, thinking about my mom who always supported me, I would give anything (besides my wife and kids) to have her back for just a day, this is a true man, we can all learn from him!
Its such a Beautiful sight watching a man appreciate his mother the way Dave Chappell did! Now you know Dave is a "Good Man" by the way he honored his Mom. Dave Chappell is one of my favorite artist not only for his comedy but for standing his ground and being Real. Hollywood has not changed him! 😊😊
Such an inspiring and intelligent man who speaks truth. I so glad I am alive to witness his greatness!
When a man with a clear vision and understanding of who they are speaks it is a direct injection of courage and strength into all of our hearts. Thank you Dave for being someone authentic, strong and clear minded at this time in our lives. We need people like you! God bless.
Absolute respect for this guy, he is as real as it gets 🙏🏽🙏🏽
It's the voice and how he tells stories. Amazing!
This is a Grandmaster at work with his Zen energy.
Respect, Sir Dave🙏
Respect this dude. Cried, felt real good.
God knows how many times I have listened to this speech 💞
Wow. Simply amazing performance as usual.
this is one of the best speeches ever, period!
Thank you, Mrs Chapelle for creating such a living Legend!
just..just look at everyones eye..the respect they have for this legend
Dave Chappelle has touched me in so many ways. and I'm not pressing charges. Much love, Dave.
My guy deserves all the props. He is the GOAT for this generations. Everyone is in his crosshairs and it’s always clever. He is a class act and just doesn’t give less then half of a shit about people think, as long as he makes them have to think. Nice work my dude
There are captivating raconteurs, there are fantastic comedians, and there are brilliant orators; this man is all three!
For a man who is as popular, and successful as Dave is to give his mother props made me tear up. Just goes to show what a humble and loving man he is. This is the first time I have ever seen a person give a speech and included his mother. He truly is the best as a comedian and a man.
I can't believe my mother and my sister saw this Man when I was a kid and said he was amazing he truly is living up to be and amazing comedian
God that was beautiful
Thank you Dave!!!
I've watched this clip a bunch of times.. Dave is truly a lion of language & illustration. His comments about his mother really struck a cord. My mother was a elementary school librarian and always did her utmost to encourage her children to read & learn along with passing on important life lessons. Dave & I were truly blessed.
Same here. The entire ceremony is available on Netflix if you're interested in watching.
such an unparalleled genius. Thank you for touching my life.
watered my eyes while he was talking about his mom , put a smile on my face while he talks about his freedom , gave me a ticket to travel back in the days while he talks about his memories , Man you are a free legend and a proud lion he who can be his own lawn as he want . Thank you
Dude always leave me in awe! His mother is a true queen.
Ma Sha Allah his mama is beautiful! I was crying after he gave her tribute! What an amazing beautiful lady.
How can you not love this man?
I love people who can hold a conversation & express an educated thought...I don't have to agree with it always but to hear things being said with substance is very rare...& that is why I love Dave Chappelle.
Im inspired like hell, thank you dave and dave's mom, dropping the mic
Deep, sincere and funny. What an unusual combination for a successful comedian... The great Dave Chappelle
Truly well well spoken. Blessings to Dave Chappelle and his family.🙏🏽🙏🏽✌🏽
Love this man so much❤️I can watch him every day😍
This man is a gift and a voice for all
6:20 made me so happy, you could feel the gratitude in his voice
I only just started watching David videos just love them ,He not only make you laugh ,he also make you think what he is talking about ,Comedy-bring people together and builds bridges. I think he has become one off Americans greatest citizens .
Oooh youre in for a treat!
Keep going!!! Only 8 minutes?? This guy HOOKS you in, holds you, tells you something fantastic and then leaves you wanting more. I'm so happy to be raised in the Dave era. Truly amazing.
Mannn, this is an inspiring speech.. respect to you Dave.. 🙏🙏❤️
Dave Chappelle is the best comedians to ever walk on this planet. So much love for you and respect my friend
Its unbelievable how good this man is on stage!!! So natural, im lost for words.!!! The GOAT
When he talked about his mother and all the sacrifices she did for him made me very emotional. I really don’t know what he can do to repay her but he should say thanks mom and I love you every single till the day one of them is gone cause sometimes we die before our parents.
This man is literally many folks' personal hero!
Listen I've watched many legendary artist and Dave is one of them. Master Class to say the least.
Beautiful speech thank you
absolutely breathtaking.
I’ve never doubled comment on a video but Dave is the goat.been a fan since the beginning THE CLOSER was all facts just watched it that’s why I’m watching this.🔥🔥🔥
Magical. Pure genius. A master of his arts and an influence beyond territories.
One of the best acceptance speeches I've ever heard. Mr. Chappelle is without a doubt, G.O.A.T.💜💜
he's made me laugh many, but never cry until i saw this. i miss my mom. she's in heaven right now.
You are the voice of my generation Dave..I love you like no other.
Awwww I love how Dave honored his mother
A wonder what it feels like to be this poised, articulate & very confident in a room full of ultra talented & great people. Damn.
Thank you sharing this
I am so moved by his speech.
godammit i hv tears rolled down my eyes when he talk about his mom
Man. What a speech. He is a great story teller
It’s amazing that he didn’t bow down to the industry and done him,, he made me laugh so hard and he makes fun of everything and everyone there’s no reason to hate on him,, I love his work
Dave Chappelle is truly a legend... Thanks , Dave, for the satirical comedy...
I watch this speech every now and then. I just come here to get inspired.
I come back and watch this often. Such a wise man
The greatest comic of all time, IMO.
Awesome, David. Congratulations
I think having such a diverse country breeds exceptional observers and the most honest way to share impressions is to do it comically. and because the collaboration of so may histories only make sense when we can see and express the absurdity in the truth. we are lucky to have so many dedicated comedians who can make these obscure connections and differences available to smile at. Bless their efforts to make us laugh at large and small observations that allow us to see perspectives even when they are hard. we are so lucky for their insights and the manner in which they share them. finding humor in the small differences, hard truths, and simple and personal moments is such a gift. appreciate the effort, courage and the hard work and their ability to hone it so we can hear it and know there is comedy in life and we can choose to see it partially as joke even when things are complicated and hard. the grace to show us that to laugh is important. im so glad our laughter is their medicine to the things they witness and feel, good and bad.
I love love love the attributes that Dave gave to his mom.
I wish i can turn the time back just to do that...
This man is so inspiring.. I dont worship anything or anyone but DC comes close. Intelligent, whitty, captivating, motivating, all while being cool AND with a very deep voice.
An international treasure....this is how you make a bloody speech mate
should give him another award because of this speech.
Gauuu!! Dave you
Are such a kind human being and a genius. Thanks 🙏
I've never seen this side of Dave Chappel before. It's so profound, grateful, heart warming, enlightening, gracious and insightful. He's got a thousand avenues to tell you and lead you to his final point ==> Thank You Mom!