Dave Chappelle's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Dave Chappelle.

Dave Chappelle is a highly acclaimed American stand-up comedian and actor. He gained significant recognition as the star and co-creator of 'Chappelle's Show,' a satirical sketch comedy series that ran from 2003 to 2006. Despite the show's success, Chappelle famously left during the third season. After a break, he returned to stand-up comedy, earning widespread praise and being lauded as a comedic genius. He is regarded as one of the greatest stand-up comics of all time.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals

August 2014: Surprise appearance at Oddball Festival in Hartford

In August 2014, Dave Chappelle made a surprise return to Hartford at the Oddball Festival, where he received standing ovations during his performance.

2017: Emmy Awards Shout-out to D.C. Public Schools

During his acceptance speech at the 2017 Emmy Awards, Dave Chappelle gave a shout-out to D.C. Public Schools.

2017: "Dave Chappelle Day" declared in Columbia, South Carolina

In 2017, Columbia, South Carolina, Mayor Steven Benjamin declared February 3 as "Dave Chappelle Day" when Chappelle spoke at the Chappelle Auditorium at Allen University, a building named after his great-grandfather, Bishop William David Chappelle.

2019: Awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor

In 2019, Dave Chappelle was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The award ceremony was turned into a television special released on Netflix and received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.