Adam Sandler, 56, is set to receive prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

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Adam Sandler will receive the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, cementing his legacy as a comedy icon. The A-list funnyman, 56, who recently recovered from hip surgery, was announced as the 24th recipient of the award, which is widely considered to be one of the highest honors a comedian can achieve.

Sandler joins an illustrious pantheon of comedy legends as past winners include Richard Pryor, George Carlin, Eddie Murphy, Lily Tomlin and Whoopi Goldberg, just to name a few.

Comedy glory: Adam Sandler, 56, will receive the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, cementing his legacy as a comedy icon.

The A-list funnyman was announced as the 24th recipient of the award, which is widely considered to be one of the highest honors a comedian can achieve'Adam Sandler has entertained audiences for over three decades with his films, music, and his tenure as a fan favorite cast member on SNL,' said Kennedy Center President Deborah F.