Johnny Carson
Biography
Born 10/23/1925
Premier late-night TV talk show host for three decades whose longevity was matched only by his enormous popularity and his salary. A former amateur magician, radio comedy writer, radio and TV announcer and host of several quiz shows ("Earn Your Vacation", "Who Do You Trust?") in the early days of...
Johnny Carson's biography
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Awards
- In 1993, received Kennedy Center Honors Lifetime Achievement Award
- In 1992, received Presidential Medal of Freedom
- In 1992, received American Comedy Award for Lifetime Achievement-Male
Highlights
- In 1999, Underwent quadruple bypass heart surgery
- In 1992, Signed a multiyear contract with NBC to star in and develop programming for the network
- In 1991, Announced that final broacast as host of the "Tonight Show" will be May 22, 1992
Family & Companions
- Dick Carson: brother (Director of "Wheel of Fortune"; younger than Carson)
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