The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962-1992)

EndedTalk Show showComedy

US late night talk/variety show hosted by Johnny Carson.

Network
ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 23:35 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
1992-05-22Series FinaleMay 22, 1992
1992-05-21Robin Williams, Bette MidlerMay 21, 1992
1992-05-20Roseanne Arnold, Richard HarrisMay 20, 1992
1992-05-19Mel Brooks, Tony Bennett, Jack LemmonMay 19, 1992
1992-05-15Clint Eastwood, David Letterman, Bob HopeMay 15, 1992
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' premiere?

'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' premiered on October 1, 1962.

Who was the announcer on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

The announcer on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 was Ed McMahon.

What was the format of the show in 1962?

In 1962, 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' followed a similar format to its current format, featuring a monologue, sketches, and interviews with guests.

Who was the first guest on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

The first guest on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 was Tony Bennett.

What was the musical act on the premiere episode of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

The musical act on the premiere episode of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 was Joan Crawford.

Who was the bandleader of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

The bandleader of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 was Skitch Henderson.

What was the running time of each episode of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

Each episode of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 was 1 hour long.

What was the network that aired 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 aired on the National Broadcasting Company (NBC) network.

Who was the executive producer of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

The executive producer of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 was Frederick de Cordova.

What was the average number of viewers of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

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Who were the guest hosts on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

The guest hosts on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962 were Merv Griffin, Art Linkletter, and Hugh Downs.

What was the most popular sketch on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

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Who was the highest-paid guest on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

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What was the maximum number of guests that appeared on a single episode of 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

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Who was the youngest guest on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' in 1962?

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