Will Ferrell receives Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

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Comedian Will Ferrell is applauded by his wife Viveca Paulin-Farrell and guests as he takes his seat in the box at the Kennedy Center in Washington. With a string of popular movies, TV appearances and memorable characters, the former "Saturday Night Live" actor was honored with the 14th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

14th Annual Mark Twain Prize

( Mike Theiler / Reuters )

Comedian Will Ferrell is applauded by his wife Viveca Paulin-Farrell and guests as he takes his seat in the box at the Kennedy Center in Washington. With a string of popular movies, TV appearances and memorable characters, the former "Saturday Night Live" actor was honored with the 14th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

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