Chronological look at the life and career of Johnny Carson (1925-2005), with commentary from an ex-wife and more than 30 fellow comedians, friends, employees, and biographers. The biography defines why Carson was an enduring star (his cool, his timing, his genuine laugh, his breadth of knowledge) and pursues his motivations and inner self (a loner with a drinking problem, a decent Midwesterner whose mother withheld approval, a quiet person who loved to entertain). The key to understanding him, argues the biography, is his love of magic.
Full Cast of Johnny Carson: King of Late Night
Johnny Carson
Johnny Carson was born on October 23, 1925 and passed away 20 years ago at the age of 79 on January 23, 2005.
David Letterman
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Jay Leno
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Ellen DeGeneres
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Jimmy Fallon
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Jerry Seinfeld
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Joan Rivers
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Conan O'Brien
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Crew of Johnny Carson: King of Late Night
Full backstage crew list →- Released on May 14, 2012