On October 1, 1962, Johnny Carson takes over from Jack Paar as host of the late-night talk program The Tonight Show. Carson went on to host The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson for three decades, ...
The first time Johnny Carson saw Jay Leno perform comedy, he didn’t book him to appear on The Tonight Show. Instead, Carson gave Leno the advice that would lead to him hosting it. As the all-time king ...
Johnny Carson was America’s ultimate late-night host. The comedian’s most beloved gig was hosting “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” for 30 seasons from 1962 until his retirement in 1992. His ...
Legendary "Tonight Show" host Johnny Carson argued that comedians shouldn't address serious controversies, calling it dangerous for entertainers to influence audiences.
William F. Buckley, the godfather of modern conservatism, appeared on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson over a dozen times. This is a startling fact, particularly in light of the recent demise of ...