Johnny Carson (1925–2005,) fully John William Carson, was an American television personality and comedian. One of America’s most venerated entertainers, this “King of Late Night Television” hosted The Tonight Show for 30 years.
Born in Corning, Iowa, Carson studied journalism at Nebraska University and started his profession as a radio comedy writer. He worked as a television announcer in Omaha, Nebraska, and Los Angeles before producing his television comedy show, Carson’s Cellar (1951.) He became a writer for The Red Skelton Show, which led to The Johnny Carson Show (1955–56.)
As host of The Tonight Show 1962–92, Carson launched the standard format for television chat shows—including the guest couch and the band. His comic methods and interviewing techniques won over a vast audience and spawned many imitators in the decades that followed.
On 22-May-1992, Carson hosted The Tonight Show for the final time—that episode drew some 50 million viewers. Comedian Jay Leno replaced Carson as the host of the late-night staple show.
Carson wrote Happiness is a Dry Martini (1965.)
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The only thing money gives you is the freedom of not worrying about money.
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