The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has announced that it will recognize Jon Stewart as the winner of its 23rd annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The ceremony will be held on April 24.

Steward, who was host of “The Daily Show With Jon Stewart” on Comedy Central for 16 years, stepped away in 2015 to pursue filmmaking and social activism on behalf of 9/11 first responders. Last fall, he debuted a biweekly comedy show on Apple TV+ to discuss global issues and the way forward.

Deborah F. Rutter, president of the Kennedy Center said in a statement: “For more than three decades, Jon Stewart has brightened our lives and challenged our minds as he delivers current events and social satire with his trademark wit and wisdom. For me, tuning into his television programs over the years has always been equal parts entertainment and truth.”