Kevin Hart to be Roasted Live at Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026: A Night of Laughter and Entertainment
Kevin Hart, known for his successful comedy career, is set to be roasted in a live, televised ceremony on May 10 as part of Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026. The event will be hosted by Shane Gillis at The Kia Forum in Los Angeles, with Hart also serving as an executive producer alongside Casey Patterson, Jeff Ross, Amy Zvi, and Dave Becky.
Hart previously co-hosted The Greatest Roast of All Time: Tom Brady, which garnered significant attention and viewership. The roast of Brady became one of Netflix's most successful events, reaching 1.67 billion minutes viewed within its first week and attracting 26 million views overall. The success of the event led to the return of the format and boosted the careers of comedians like Nikki Glaser.
Hart's upcoming roast follows his involvement in previous roast events, including hosting the Comedy Central Roast of Justin Bieber in 2015. With his experience in the format, Hart is expected to handle the roast with ease. The event will provide an opportunity to delve into Hart's extensive career, from stand-up comedy to movie stardom and media mogul status.
In addition to the roast, Hart will also be participating in Netflix Is a Joke Fest through his comedy competition series Funny AF, which will stream starting April 20. Shane Gillis, another prominent comedian, will headline "Shane Gillis & Friends" at the Hollywood Bowl as part of the festival. The festival will take place in Los Angeles from May 4-10, featuring a variety of comedy events and performances.
As Hart prepares for his solo headlining show at Lincoln Financial Field in front of over 60,000 fans, the roast ceremony promises to be a highlight of Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026. The event will showcase the comedic talents of both Hart and Gillis, providing a night of laughter and entertainment for viewers.