Johnny Carson Bid an Emotional Farewell on His Final “Tonight Show” Broadcast, 34 Years Ago

Carson was openly emotional about what the journey meant to him while also making viewers at home laugh with him one final ...

Fans Still Get Emotional Remembering Johnny Carson’s Final ‘Tonight Show’

More than three decades after Johnny Carson said goodbye to late-night television, many fans still admit they cannot watch ...
Fox News

Resurfaced clip of Johnny Carson's grace after Reagan shooting contrasts with Kimmel

Nearly half a century ago, comedian Johnny Carson chose unity over punchlines after an assassination attempt on President Ronald Reagan. A clip comparing Carson’s 1981 Oscars monologue to reactions to ...
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We the People: How KTIV said goodbye to Johnny Carson, who called Norfolk his hometown

NORFOLK, Neb. (KTIV) - Friday, May 22, marks 34 years since late-night TV legend Johnny Carson hosted his last Tonight Show. That evening, we here at KTIV aired a special salute to the man who called ...
Independent Journal Review

Johnny Carson Speech After Reagan Assassination Attempt Differs from Kimmel Joke on ‘Expectant Widow’

What a difference 45 years makes. That’s what many are realizing as they look back on comedian Johnny Carson’s remarks ...
The New York Times

What Do We Lose When ‘The Late Show’ Goes Away?

Our attachment to an institution may seem counterintuitive, especially with comedy, a rebellious art form. But with Stephen Colbert’s program, there was a lot at stake. Credit...Photo Illustration by ...