Description: On his final Tonight Show telecast, Johnny Carson summed up the feelings of a nation of late night viewers. Host of the most highly-acclaimed late night show in television history, for seven presidential administrations, Johnny's monologue was a nightly barometer of the times. While his wide range of characters, comic impersonations and merry band of Tonight Show regulars became fixtures of pop culture, his guest list was a virtual Who's Who of show business legends, sports heroes, authors, heads of state, amazing animals and average citizens with above average talents. For fans of Johnny, The Tonight Show and 30 wonderful years of laughter, this is the definitive retrospective chronicling television's late night legend and legacy. Enjoy. The four-tape set includes: The Best of the 60s & 70s; The Best of the 70s & 80s; The Best of the 80s & 90s; The Final Show - America Says Farewell.
Amazon.com: Culled from 30 years of material, this collection of moments from The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson contains some of most inspired bits of lunacy ever recorded. Whether cajoling with Hollywood's biggest stars or normal folk with special talents, Carson was a master of finding the right joke, with timing second to none. Along with bits of his opening monologues, skits, and early standup appearances from the likes of David Letterman and Eddie Murphy, there are many highlights with perhaps the perfect Carson guest--exotic animals that stole the show. This collection was released shortly after Carson's reign ended in 1992. Although most of the tapes of his first decade are lost, there are plenty of highlights from the '70s through the '90s. Also included is Carson's touching and historic "Final Show," which finds the host simply talking to his audience and showing highlights--or just the faces--from his years on the set. Although many followed--and a few have even succeeded--Carson's Midwest charm made him the king of TV in a period when America was defined by television. --Doug Thomas
The Ultimate Johnny Carson Collection - His Favorite Moments from The Tonight Show (Vols. 1-3) (1962-1992) (1962) I bought these as a gift for my grandmother. These are a piece of American Culture, it documents so much of what was happening in life those years. After the news, this was on. No cable TV to watch. I always remember my grandparents cracking up watching this show. Very nostalgic and a great gift.
Laughs and Memories There will never be television like this again. Johnny Carson was the "Tonight Show". The stars, skits, and animals, brought back great memories and laughter for hours and hours.Priceless and Classic Entertainmen!
Johnny Carson C Ds No one can ever replace Johnny. He was the best. I can watch the CDs over and over and still bust up laughing except when Jimmy Stewart was on - then I cry.
Nanceeee Johnny Carson was so spontaneously funny. He was a true comedian. These CDs were so much fun to watch.
3rd disc is worth price of whole Third disc contains last 2 shows of seried in entirety. Just wonderful. Whole set has very funny bits. Makes me sad to realize how much I miss Johnny. I just wish there were more whole shows available.
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