Flashback: Johnny Carson warned against danger of late-night shows preaching on 'serious issues'

Legendary "Tonight Show" host Johnny Carson argued that comedians shouldn't address serious controversies, calling it ...
BroadwayWorld

CARSON TONIGHT Celebrates Johnny Carson’s 100th Birthday At The Lied Center

Celebrate Johnny Carson’s 100th birthday with Carson Tonight at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, Nebraska, on ...
Yahoo

Here’s Why Johnny Carson Said Jay Leno Wasn’t Ready to Do Stand-Up on ‘The Tonight Show’

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 ...
Crooks and Liars

This Week In History: Johnny Carson Takes Over Tonight Show

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, ...
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Nonstop 100-Episode Johnny Carson Birthday Marathon Is Coming: Here's How To Watch

Shout TV has you covered for when it comes to marathon goodness, with 100 of Carson’s best episodes queued up for your ...
Washington Examiner

Looking back on Johnny Carson’s America

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 ...