Comedian Kevin Hart has been awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

On stage, Kevin Hart wiped away tears as he turned to face the three comedy icons who had come to see his career high point.

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Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, and Dave Chappelle watched Hart accept the Mark Twain Prize for lifetime achievement in comedy

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Hart became one of the most well-known performers in his nation by rising from the open mics and comedy clubs of his hometown of Philadelphia.

Celebrities and well-known comedians participated in the memorial service for Hart

The comedian J.B. Smoove remembered the then-rising Hart as being almost overly enthusiastic.

A number of them mentioned the comic's unwavering commitment to his craft, work ethic, and optimism.

Hart has starred in 93 films and television series, with nine more in development, according to IMDB.