Rob Schneider on Adam Sandler | 2023 Mark Twain Prize

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The Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize, which is named to honor one of the world’s greatest humorists, was awarded to Adam Sandler at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy -- including Chris Rock, Conan O'Brien, Ben Stiller, Dana Carvey, Pete Davidson, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Anniston, Idina Menzel, David Spade, and more -- on March 19, 2023, and aired nationally on CNN on March 26, 2023.
The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor recognizes individuals who have had an impact on American society in ways similar to the distinguished 19th-century novelist and essayist Samuel Clemens, best known as Mark Twain. As a social commentator, satirist, and creator of characters, Clemens was a fearless observer of society, who startled many while delighting and informing many more with his uncompromising perspective on social injustice and personal folly.
“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. Rutter about this year’s recipient. “Adam has created characters that have made us laugh, cry, and cry from laughing. I am looking forward to a laughter-filled evening like no other as we celebrate his career at a ceremony that is sure to bring together the best in comedy.”
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[@sharplessguy]

Who knew Rob had such a good singing voice?

[@johnoswaldpalines]

Thats filipino genes there

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

I did. And it's sweet when he duets with his daughter, Elle King

[@MommaDee23]

Everyone who watched Grown ups 😉

[@TheresaSummerlin]

That was so good!

[@whamsie4022]

His original stand up bits included impersonating Elvis.

[@pishedbloke]

Man I have never seen such pure love for a brother at an awards show! All the guys are sincere in their love for Sandler.

[@waryaawariiri1812]

Because Hollywood practically wrote him off and is being propelled by Adam's recent films.

[@realitylover4413]

Behind enemy line;shot down 😊

[@saulshine1969]

Because Adam keeps them gainfully employed when no one else will hire them.

[@pauljohn961]

rob is so underrated though

[@echeng20552]

It’s beautiful to see

[@danielleblanc4660]

Having Rob Schneider sing feels like an ending to an Adam Sandler movie

[@ch3ckm8]

lmao

[@dondraphillips6452]

PERFECTION!!!!!

[@michaelcastillo8884]

You can see his daughter just staring at her dad’s happiness. 😢

[@tylerdurden788]

I saw that as he was having his monent she was having hers. He inspired love in his life

[@whodat92]

I don’t think she was looking at him

[@whodat92]

@@bobabooey4537 why don’t you? It’s obvious she’s not looking at him

[@benkata]

She's looking at the teleprompter with the lyrics of the song

[@whodat92]

@@benkata that makes the most sense. She was doing it through out the night though. Maybe she’s got a hearing disability. Beautiful night nonetheless for him and his family and friends

[@superjew837]

After being a punchline for a few of the other presenters, man it’s nice to see him go up and give one of the most heartfelt speeches of the night. Loved it

[@Blackfeet]

He most likely wrote their bits.

[@yomommastupid]

Schneider might not be the most appreciated actor or comedian but he is a good friend. Sandler sees that and therefore always takes care of Schneider.

[@JosephScott-ct9sw]

Big Stan is a great movie.

[@Carlos-xz3vi]

How the heck do you know he is a good friend???? Is he your friend????

[@stephen29]

@@Carlos-xz3vi I would think its safe to assume that since he gives him so many supporting roles

[@mayran5132]

@@Carlos-xz3vi 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@iMadrid11]

@@stephen29 Ever since Water Boy iconic “You can do it” line. You come to expect a Rob Schneider cameo at any Adam Sandler movie with a variation of “You can do it” dialogue on it.

[@mendoza2489]

Dang these onions are strong

[@fernandolopez-fu5rm]

U too??

[@compacoffeeroasters]

If you told me this yesterday I’d be sobbing to a rob schneider song, I’d call you crazy. Life is funny that way.

[@meganmichelle6174]

@@compacoffeeroasters facts..

[@Pedroepacas]

When his pops is mentioned, you can literally see his feelings! Sandman the GOAT

[@silver4731]

His wife is amazing!!!! She held or reached out to his hand when he saw his dad's picture!! Amazing couple

[@korn5308]

​@@silver4731 Adam grabbed his wife's hand when he said he had a beautiful wife Adams father was the next picture but his daughter kept looking at their dad's happiness and that is sweet because it does show they care about their father alot

[@Fullblown671]

Rob's Filipino genes have him singing good! 🎤

[@caleb484]

THE FORCE IS STRONG ❤❤❤❤

[@jamesvegas702]

hey!!! facts lol.

[@brandong2972]

Love Rob Schneider, what a beautiful tribute to a close friend.

[@theamusingspade5890]

I would kill to have friends like this man 😢

[@Ronarch2671]

Definitely. He laid out the blueprint though. Be a really good, humble dude, kind and giving and generous to your friends and those around you, you should do okay in the end.

[@bobcatpnw9123]

You can be that friend to someone.

[@RayW....]

And that's why you don't....

[@IamLegend32]

Yeah sure.. A friend who just rides off your coattails and is crazy MAGA loon.. 😂

[@mavicityrelayson2924]

I just realized my heart will break a million pieces when this friend group starts to cross the bridge fml

[@tomsevcik1792]

Made me almost tear up. The love they have for eachother is so pure. Adam at the end blowing the kiss, saying thank you, I love you Rob. I cried then… so incredible

[@mookyyzed2216]

I don't think you almost teared up. I think you teared up. It's cool man. Most of us did.

[@spursjunkie2821]

Oh God what a puss

[@pauljohn961]

Adam really love Rob Schneider

[@codered66a]

I was almost tearing up the whole time to until I seen the picture of Rob, Adam and Chris Farley having dinner and finally the teardrop down my cheek it had to be the heaviest tear I've ever had cried filled with so much happiness sadness and just pure joy.

[@Gary-Lazer-Eyes]

I cried like a baby it’s cool man true respect and admiration is a touching thing

[@scantu91]

You can see Adam choking back tears when he sees his Dad. I know that love as a father towards my sons, and it's the same that I feel towards my Dad.

[@actionscott8033]

This one should have the most views OMG IM LITERALLY BOUT TO CRY. We all grew up with them and especially us 30+ people 😂 we all feel like one big human family. We’re growing old with them also. This was so sweet! ❤ Bravo Rob Scheinder that was beautiful.

[@MycoalC]

they were the best sleepover movies

[@DriveCancelDC]

idk, I'm sure a lot of the movies have many fans under 30, also crossing over 30 doesn't mean you're old. Having said that, I'll probably be returning to the Sandman movies many times over the next decades or so of my life, they'll always have a place even when these guys are unfortunately gone...

[@quick3869]

Couldn't agree more my friend.

[@jleezy612]

Rob’s speech was the best from this night. I could truly feel the love for his best bud❤️

[@kristipiccone8492]

Hands down ❤

[@iamrobSchneider]

@jleezy Hello thanks for being a great fan,and also thanks for your likes and comments it do give me joy to know that I got huge and real fan like you at my back

[@matmanifyify]

Wow! =') I'm not crying....you're crying! Amazing heartfelt performance! Love seeing Sandler being showered with love by all his friends!

[@DadDude]

I was looking for a comment like this. Glad I'm not alone here. Must be allergy season.

[@marajoyhutton5764]

I am crying Homaygasshhh is the most beautiful song tribute to a bestfriend whose like ur brother 😍🤗😄🥹

[@cdnsilverdaddy]

me too .. did not expect that

[@rafaarmando4975]

Whoever is not choked up after hearing this song, does not have a pulse. Bravo Rob!

[@meredithingraham7722]

Rob Schneider doesn't get enough recognition. He is a great actor.

[@granddaddyotaku636]

Thank you Adam Sandler, thanks for growing old with us. You gave us the best laughs a human could ever ask for. And if we're lucky, we might just have time for a few more. Love ya Sandman 🙏

[@idontknow8898]

RIGHT

[@spursjunkie2821]

For his first.couple of movies then it was completely downhill from there

[@kim-zq5ro]

Rob Schneiders tribute was Absolutely moving ❤

[@BlameNixon]

Loved him as a stapler.

[@BharatLagali]

Was great as a carrot too

[@horrorview]

@@BharatLagali Yeah, but his best role ever has to be Da Derp Dee Derp Da Teetley Derpee Derpee Dumb.

[@eddiegutierrez1843]

@@BharatLagali his best role was Kenny

[@emb5091]

3:14 You can see Adam getting a little emotional after the pic of him and his dad was shown and Rob sang about his dad watching over him.

[@ayosgsauce]

When you lose someone, it's very important that the person you lost is always remembered. Rob did an amazing service by bringing up Adam's dad and saying he was watching over them. RIP Big Stan.

[@divagirllove3977]

@@ayosgsauce yes, I cried really hard at that point in the song. I lost my dad as well, so it was very touching for me. Well done, Rob!

[@ukgamer6637]

imagine

[@DesertDawg-oq5fg]

2:50 for the record, having the SAG health insurance is a major deal for so many aspiring actors. You need a minimum income of about $30,000 to have those benefits. The fact that Sandler enables people to have that is beautiful.

[@aishwaryajadhav8788]

Says so much about Adam that all these people came for him! He treats them like family and it really shows in their interactions!

[@dgv9113]

I’m not crying you’re crying 😭. He really does have a good singing voice

[@larrycrosby7869]

To have a friend like this, one has to be a friend like this. Adam has obviously been the friend that deserves the accolades he received from Rob and the others.

[@jessicafromtexas2868]

Dang i love Rob Schneider , this was so sweet .

[@ChrisJamesProject]

Saw Adam and Schneider perform in New Hampshire a few months ago and they sang together...Rob can really sing!

[@coryjohnson2486]

Adam is an awesome guy. Made it big and brought all of his friends along for the ride. You gotta love it!

[@DmDrae]

I’m sure it wasn’t all, but it may have been everyone willing to run.

[@JazmineFyne]

That song brought tears to my eyes. The Wedding Singer is what made me fall in love with Adam Sandler 🫶🏽

[@iamrobSchneider]

@Jazmine Hello thanks for being a great fan,and also thanks for your like and comments it do give me joy to know that I got huge and real fans at my back

[@VancouverCatDogLover]

That health insurance bit was hilarious. Rob Schneider does not get enough credit. He is really funny and an amazing singer

[@DetourShirts]

Wow! That was amazing, touching and Rob can sing too.

[@aidankeohane3370]

Damn, who’d have thought Schneider would have the best tribute of the night?

[@wtfu812omg]

The most genuine tribute to a great friend who lifted him up and helped him have way better in life.

[@decwhite2080]

Finding all these sander speech’s quite nostalgic and emotional for someone who grew up through the 90s 00s films 🍿 🎥

[@Spookysausage]

Honestly made me tear up a little. Adam and his group of bros have such love for each other. If only Norm could have been there too.

[@emilypreston2463]

This is the most beautiful speech for Adam. Their friendship is beautiful. ♥️

[@Affalterbach1967]

The Sandman, pounding some sand. Rob Schneider is a hall of fame side-kick.

[@ICR5555]

I can't be the only one crying... class gesture and very well deserved 👏🏼 thank you both for all the great laughs 🫡

[@lexingtonconcord8751]

That got me choked up 😢 Beautiful expression of friendship ❤ I hope somebody loves me like that someday 🙂

[@donquijote6030]

I love Rob Schneider! Wonderful career and, clearly, a great friend to the Sandler's.

[@dondraphillips6452]

That song Rob sang for Adam was so perfect. Knowing all I know about Adam Sandler and his circle of friends that I have watched many times over, well it just brings tears to my eyes with happiness. He is my son Michael's favorite comedian and MINE. We are so happy for you receiving this award!!! YOU deserve 👏 this MR. ADAM SANDLER 🙌

[@philiphall9609]

I love how he sings the melody of wedding singer song.

[@davidziemann9653]

Sitting here laughing and crying. Beautiful.

[@ekb3277]

I literally teared up watching the way his Daugher was looking at him with such love! ❤

[@russsalva7675]

A tear Droped in my eyes when Rob sings for Adam at the end, showing how pure bestfriends they are.. BROTHER LOVE

[@michaelyoungstrom9412]

Rob Schneider is not only funny but he's got a nice singing voice. Adam, Rob, David, Kevin Chris Rock and Chris Farley etc...that was an incredible SNL lineup!❤

[@maryj4876]

I love Rob and Adam, best pair ever. So much fun and laugh watching them together in their movies. They compliment each other.

[@mattrodgers2911]

I can only dream to be loved like this, by so many, even in my death let alone while I’m still living 😊

[@shawnuel]

I've never been a big fan of Rob but this was the highlight of the show for me. Vulnerable and lovely.

[@Raj_tryathlete]

I really shouldn't be crying at this but this was gold. Ive been growing old watching these two having a blast making movies.

[@ifrarikhan]

This was beautiful 😢 and the way his daughter is looking at him is pure love for her dad ❤

[@chococraker]

Oh my tears! I just feel so touched by all Adam’s friends, I’m so happy for him for all of them. True friendship, thankful and grateful people. Maybe this is why their comedy can always make me laugh and touched.

[@mattgaming8717]

This year's awards all around. Just fantastic. Emotionally worth 2023. Luck to all!

[@crossface7770]

the sandman was a spitting image of his Dad, you can see it in adams eyes it hit him hard

[@hlahla9479]

All you need in life is a good family and friends who are like family. All you need is love. Real love. What a tender, heartfelt moment this was.

[@shumwab]

No award ever given so lovingly by so many people in entertainment than this one. Well deserved Adam Sandler ... well deserved.

[@fishercourt]

Dang, that was so awesome 👏🏼 “you can do it” 😂😢😊

[@rosyrocherdee]

This made me ball my eyes out. It was so beautiful. And it simply magnifies the wonderful person Adam is as a human being, as a loved one and as a friend. Him as an outstanding comedian and an amazing actor, is a given fact. ❤

[@JulyN78]

Danm Rob Schneider!!! I'm crying here.

[@lmf5755]

Schneider's character was the reason why I fell in love with 50 First Dates. From his 808 local impersonation, his shark jokes, You Can Do It, to calling Drew a crazy B*tch while running away 😂😂😂 His character was mad lolo 🤣🤣🤣

[@arnoldgarcia9277]

I watch that movie like twice a month. I have to watch the baseball scene at least 3 times everyime I watch it too 😂😂

[@jgbgw591]

When he said bring him back a Tshirt and whispered "medium husky" in his ear 🤣

[@treetrain]

Schneider is awesome.....always classy. Thanks for this 😊

[@talkingtraveldogs3239]

That was beautiful, the most heartwarming awards show ever.

[@ceci0988]

This is so heartfelt and what true friendship looks like ❤ still remember them in 50 first dates and Bedtime Stories. P.S Rob has a great singing voice!!!

[@HEMSJim]

Nailed it!!

[@moetoe2]

Absolutely! I didn't know he could sing. I wouldn't have tried that as a conservative in a liberal industry.

[@MakeSomeNoiseAgencyPlaylists]

that was just beautiful 🥰

[@cleo751]

That was great, made my eyes water! I have watched all the clips, wish I had a way to watch entire show;)

[@ivonnedarley6813]

It may very likely be on Netflix soon. Also any CNN venue.

[@BianxMaverickMusic]

Legends❤❤

[@James-hc4jd]

that was actually fucking beautiful

[@Napstone]

wow a serenade! ... The highest form of appreciation!

[@mistersydster]

Great, now I gotta go watch The Wedding Singer for the hundredth time. Man, Sandler really has had a great career. It's good that they gave him his roses.

[@whatistau]

As a kid I always got excited when I was Sneiders cameo roles in movies. To me they were very wholesome and fun. Way before anyone gave a shit about bandwagoning to roast his movies.

[@charissedecalongne2553]

Wow. That was beyond special. What a treasure to have such a deep lifetime friendship

[@janetrodriguez8247]

Sandler is for real!!…a very much loved brother but very well deserved!! He deserves all this love 💕 Schneider song was so heart felt and special!!….SO NICE!! Brother Love!!💕💕

[@bobbyb.4468]

These guys were my childhood/teenage years. This was an awesome tribute.....to them all!!

[@joc7996]

I watch '50 First Dates' when I just want to feel warmth in the soul.

[@clintbeamquillope3123]

I was sad not seeing Rob make speech after seeing others have one. Now I know why they left him the last because it was the best and emotional speech a friend can give.

[@anonymoususer4866]

One could only hope to be this loved ❤

[@Buttercup84]

I seriously am still a bit teary eyed after seeing Adam and with his Dad! The picture i think surprised him and us! You could see the love he has still. Beautiful! I love Rob Schneider. He's hilarious and seems willing to play any character ever and is always hilarious!

[@NPC_YouTube]

almost couldnt recognize him without his flipflops, tank tops, short shorts, and one milky eye. rob schneider is a legend

[@radicalross7700]

Didn't recognize Schneider either. Last time I saw him he looked like he was well on his way to looking like a latter day Larry Fine. Which seemed fitting considering he's hitched his wagon to a guy who by turns can be like Moe, Curly, or Shemp.

[@456loveluck]

You forgot his short curly hair 😂😭

[@risafdiannursanto992]

Not only Mark Twain Prize this is an awesome's Sandlers Brotherhood Celevration Night Period!

[@nitinagarwal1862]

Adam sandler is one of my favorite actors. Rob's singing and his sincere love for sandler really made me cry. I have seen almost all the movies of adam and his wife is also in his almost every movie. I like that.

[@CESAR-io6ob]

😮😢 Flawless performance by another great actor Rob Schneider! He had me tearing up! ❤👏👏👏

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

Rob Schinder has worked for/with Sandler for so long their friendship is tangible. The nice thing is that Schinder is talented himself and he shows it here with an original song I am positive he wrote himself.

[@Puyax01]

Rob was clearly the best of the night

[@littlesnapgirl2705]

Oh my goodness. True and beautiful friendship right there...

[@kristipiccone8492]

Pure brotherly love between these two🥲❤

[@sick-impatient]

He loved that health insurance line ahahahahaha

[@ZuhaLoveMusic]

I was always so happy to see him in Adam's movies! Love you Rob!

[@imkumpongen926]

Omg everytime I see this I end up on tears 😢

[@janknaepen4360]

I’m not crying 😅😭 .. beautiful 🙏🏻

[@qwcasey]

Thank you for REPOSTING it again. Well done.

[@megalon73]

Can we all agree that, Rob Schneider. looks amazing here!

[@connieberry9317]

All Around Wonderful human beings, have met them both, The most sincere and down to earth people. What a wonderful song from the heart. We Love You Rob and Adam.

[@BobBobby-ew3du]

Thank you for all the laughs all the tiers

[@tylerdurden788]

God damn hope my friends look at me like this

[@mx_creator5009]

Always such a class act.

[@HigherChannel]

Very beautiful, heart warming ♥️ ♥️ ♥️

[@HekigyokuGaming]

This literally teared me up, man. 🥲Awesome performance for an awesome friend. These MOFOs will forever be legends in my book.

[@shannonelizabeth1288]

I’ve watched this three times now. Rob is multi talented and a great friend to have. Adam deserved this night.