Kevin Hart Roast: Comedian Resolves Katt Williams Feud as The Rock, Teyana Taylor, and Others Take Aim at Hart’s Height and Film Career

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Katt Williams, Teyana Taylor, and other notable figures gathered on Sunday night at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles for The Roast of Kevin Hart, part of the Netflix Is a Joke Festival. The event featured a mix of humor and heartfelt moments, with many attendees taking jabs at Hart’s stature, film career, and personal life.

A Night of Jokes and Surprises

The three-hour roast, which aired live on Netflix, tackled various topics, including Hart’s height, his filmography—highlighting titles like Jumanji and Ride Along—and his relationship with his father, who struggled with addiction. The guest list was kept under wraps, leading to unexpected appearances throughout the night.

Johnson made a dramatic entrance, reminiscent of his wrestling days, and humorously remarked, “I’ve been waiting an entire life where I could come to a Kevin Hart roast, have fun and just talk shit.” He also took a moment to compliment Hart’s wife, Eniko, prompting Hart to jokingly ask him to stop.

Heartfelt Moments Amidst the Jokes

Johnson shared a poignant moment, referencing the recent loss of both their fathers. He displayed a side-by-side photo of their dads, noting the stark differences in their physiques. He also showed a mug shot of Hart’s father, to which Hart quipped that the person responsible for showing it should be fired.

In a lighter moment, Johnson joked about getting a life-size tattoo of Hart on his privates, leading to laughter from the audience. He then invited Hart to sit on his knee for a toast, emphasizing their friendship.

Katt Williams’ Surprise Appearance

Katt Williams, known for his past feud with Hart, also made a surprise appearance. He humorously stated that he only accepted the invitation for the money, saying, “I’m surprised they invited me; that’s how little star power you have.” Williams delivered a series of sharp jokes, including:

• “Kevin, you’re going to hear some things tonight. Those are called punchlines.”
• “Privately, this motherfucker stole everything from me. Before he saw my act, he was a 6-foot-3 white man.”
• “If you’re gonna see a Kevin Hart movie, do it in a Black theater so you can hear words like, ‘I want my money back.’”

Hart responded directly to Williams, expressing surprise at his appearance and suggesting they put their differences aside. The two embraced, receiving a standing ovation from the crowd.

Other Notable Guests and Performances

Teyana Taylor, who will star alongside Hart in the upcoming Netflix film 72 Hours, read a letter explaining her absence, humorously stating, “I would never say anything so hateful as I starred in One Battle After Another, while Kevin has starred in one bomb after another.” Lizzo also made a surprise appearance, playfully thanking Chelsea Handler for Hart’s success.

Usher opened the show with a parody of his song “Burn,” suggesting Hart had lost his comedic edge. The performance drew a playful reaction from Hart, who stood up in mock indignation.

Shane Gillis served as the master of ceremonies, humorously acknowledging his position as the “extremely white host” and warning that his jokes would touch on Hart’s race and height. Some of his remarks included:

• “When you see Kevin stand next to his Black friends, he looks like a period at the end of a sentence.”
• “Kevin is so short, you’d have to lynch him from a bonsai tree.”

Jeff Ross and Tom Brady Join the Fun

Roast veteran Jeff Ross, dressed as Hart’s idol Eddie Murphy, also took aim at Hart’s height and family background. His jokes included:

• “The world fell in love with you when Michael Jackson dangled you over that balcony.”
• “Your dad was a street hustler and addicted to crack cocaine. So I guess being dependent on The Rock runs in the family.”

Tom Brady, who had his own Netflix roast two years prior, humorously questioned how the “GOAT roast” transitioned from him to Hart. He remarked on the lineup of roasters, calling it “pathetic” and poking fun at several attendees.

Hart Addresses the Roasters

As the final speaker, Hart took the stage, having previously encouraged the roasters to go hard on him. He expressed surprise at Johnson’s presence and made light of his recent weight loss. Hart also addressed Williams, initially questioning the sincerity of their reconciliation but ultimately affirming that their feud was over.

He stated, “On a serious note, I love the fact that that man showed up tonight. I meant what I said: that beef is over. Katt and I are friends from today moving forward.”

The event also featured appearances from Draymond Green, Tony Hinchcliffe, Regina Hall, and Venus and Serena Williams, among others. The audience included notable figures such as Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos, Jennifer Lopez, and John Stamos.

As reported by www.hollywoodreporter.com.

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Published on 2026-05-11 07:22:00 • By FAME Delivered News Desk