Dave Chappelle

Comedian Dave Chappelle was assaulted on stage while delivering a stand-up set in Los Angeles on May 3 night, according to the Hollywood Reporter magazine.

The comedian was performing at the "Netflix Is A Joke" comedy festival at the city's Hollywood Bowl venue when he was attacked, the publication said, citing video footage of the incident shared on social media.

A host of celebrities and comedy royalty gathered Sunday night at the Kennedy Center as comedian, talk show host and political influencer Jon Stewart receives the Mark Twain Prize for lifetime achievement in humor.