Bill Maher Honored With Mark Twain Prize Despite White House's Denial

Photo Credit: Lionel Hahn/Getty Images Bill Maher was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, a prestigious recognition presented annually by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. He released a statement expressing his gratitude for the honor and noted that now he understands its significance. Earlier, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt denied reports of Maher receiving the honor, calling them "fake news." Bill Maher honored with Mark Twain Prize Last week, The Atlantic reported that Bill Maher is about to receive the Mark Twain Prize. The report . . .