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Kevin Hart Set for Live Roast at Netflix Fest

3/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Comedian Kevin Hart will be roasted live on Netflix on May 10 during Netflix Is a Joke Fest.
The roast follows The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady, which drew 26 million views and earned an Emmy nomination.
The Kia Forum in Los Angeles will host the event.
Hart will serve as executive producer with Casey Patterson, Jeff Ross, Amy Zvi, and Dave Becky.

History

Historical Context

The rise of celebrity roasts, exemplified by "The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady" in 2021, reflects a shift in entertainment, with 26 million views highlighting its popularity. This event, hosted by Kevin Hart, showcases comedians' engagement in public humor, marking a growing acceptance of edgy comedy in mainstream media, a trend that continues with upcoming events like Hart's roast on May 10, 2024.

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Story summary

Comedian Kevin Hart will be roasted live on Netflix on May 10 during Netflix Is a Joke Fest.
The roast follows The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady, which drew 26 million views and earned an Emmy nomination.
The Kia Forum in Los Angeles will host the event.
Hart will serve as executive producer with Casey Patterson, Jeff Ross, Amy Zvi, and Dave Becky.

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