Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Johnny Carson was America’s ultimate late-night host. The comedian’s most beloved gig was hosting “The Tonight Show Starring ...

Johnny Carson on the "Tonight Show" set. (Gary Friedman / Los Angeles Times) Johnny Carson was so popular during his heyday that a late-night quip about a toilet paper shortage caused a run on the ...

For nearly 30 years, Johnny Carson sat behind the desk as host of The Tonight Show and interviewed thousands of guests. While he had his favorites, Carson also reportedly disliked one comedy legend ...

In May 1968, John Lennon and Paul McCartney appeared on an episode of The Tonight Show hosted by Johnny Carson. At this time, however, Carson had gone on vacation and left two guest hosts in charge.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It’s time to celebrate legendary talk show host Johnny Carson and his 100th birthday — and what better way to do that than a ...

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962 - 1992 NBC) c. 1970's Fifty years ago, Johnny Carson became the host of The Tonight Show. During his 30 years as host, he reached a nightly audience of 15 ...