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  1. John William Carson (October 23, 1925 – January 23, 2005) was an American television personality, comedian, writer and producer best known as the host of NBC's The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992).

  2. John William "Johnny" Carson (October 23, 1925 – January 23, 2005) was an American television host and comedian, known for thirty years as host of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992).

  3. 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.

  4. Johnny Carson, the legendary "King of Late Night TV" who dominated the medium's nether hours for three decades, was born in Corning, Iowa, but moved with his family to nearby Norfolk, Nebraska when he was eight years old.

    • October 23, 1925
    • January 23, 2005
  5. Oct 26, 2024 · 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 studio band—and came to be considered the king of late-night television. Learn more about Carson’s life and career in this article.

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  6. May 29, 2018 · Johnny Carson (born 1925), dubbed the King of Late Night Television, became a pioneer in show business as host of The Tonight Show for 30 years. His interviewing and comic techniques won over a huge audience and spawned numerous imitators.

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