Carson remained an American cultural icon even after his retirement in 1992. He adopted a casual, conversational approach with extensive interaction with guests, an approach …

Dec 9, 2025 · Johnny Carson, American comedian who, as host of The Tonight Show (1962–92), established the standard format for television chat shows—including the guest couch and the …

Johnny Carson. Writer: The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. Johnny Carson, the legendary "King of Late Night TV" who dominated the medium's nether hours for three decades, was …

Apr 2, 2014 · One of television's best-known personalities, Johnny Carson hosted 'The Tonight Show' for 30 years. His farewell show in 1992 drew 50 million viewers.

Mar 2, 2025 · But the public rarely saw his private side. A new biography, "Carson the Magnificent," examines the late-night host's enduring impact, and his difficulties off-camera.

After Carson's Cellar went off the air, he became a game show host for Earn Your Vacation and a comedy writer for Red Skelton (1913–1997). His hard work paid off. He was once asked to fill …

John William Carson was an American television host, comedian, and writer best known as the host of NBC's The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992).

John William Carson (October 23, 1925 – January 23, 2005) was an American television host, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known as the host of The Tonight Show Starring …

Carson was born in Corning, Iowa, on Oct. 23, 1925, and grew up in Norfolk, Neb. He served in World War II in the Navy as an ensign before enrolling at the University of Nebraska in 1947. …

Jan 23, 2005 · Johnny Carson was an American talk show host and comedian, best known for his 30 years as host of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. Carson received six Emmy …