The Tonight Show
Johnny Carson replaced Jack Paar as the Tonight Show host in 1962. His first year had wavering reviews, but then he found his footing. Carson was a steady presence in many homes. Audiences enjoyed his quick wit and entertaining interviews. Year after year viewers came to expect the latest stars of Hollywood movies or the hottest bands or his impersonations.
Johnny Carson created several characters that included the Carnac the Magnificent, an Eastern psychic who answered questions on cards.
The Tonight Show ran for three decades. He received six Emmy awards, a Peabody Award and the presidential Medal of Freedom. The final show in 1992 reached an estimated 50 million viewers.
Carson's legacy is known world wide and he has been praised by several stars for helping launch their careers.
Johnny Carson created several characters that included the Carnac the Magnificent, an Eastern psychic who answered questions on cards.
The Tonight Show ran for three decades. He received six Emmy awards, a Peabody Award and the presidential Medal of Freedom. The final show in 1992 reached an estimated 50 million viewers.
Carson's legacy is known world wide and he has been praised by several stars for helping launch their careers.
