Johnny Carson
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Johnny Carson reigned as “The King of Late-Night” for thirty years – from 1962, when he inherited The Tonight Show from Jack Paar, to 1992, when he passed it on to Jay Leno. Carson perfected the late-night formula: His topical monologues skewered politicians across seven Presidential administrations; he interviewed thousands of celebrities and kickstarted hundreds of careers; and he delighted audiences with his portrayal of recurring characters like “Carnac the Magnificent” and “Aunt Blabby.” With a style that appeared effortless, casual, and authentic, Carson entertained 15 million Americans every weeknight at the height of his fame.
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