Carl Sandburg's life was like a tall tale. Yes, Sandburg was only a man. But, his words were Paul Bunyan; his words were John Henry: impossibly real. For much of the 20th century, Sandburg was synonymous with the American experience, a spokesman and writer on ...
Conan O’Brien and Tonight Show guests Mel Brooks, Dick Cavett and Steve Martin, comment on Carson’s brilliant interview style, his master comedic timing, and the joy of cracking Carson up. Johnny Carson: King of Late Night airs Monday, May 14, 2012 at 9 p.m.
Carl Reiner, Bob Newhart and Garry Shandling discuss the strained and complicated relationship Johnny Carson had with his mother, Ruth, and how it may have affected Carson and his career.
A look at the complicated relationship between Johnny Carson and his Tonight Show sidekick Ed McMahon.
Read about the evolution of the man who would host The Tonight Show for over 29 years.
Jerry Seinfeld and Garry Shandling talk about the time they went out to dinner with Johnny and discussed the unpredictability of show business. Johnny Carson: King of Late Night premieres May 14 at 9 p.m. (check local listings).
Doc Severinsen talks about when he made some sartorial changes after becoming the leader of The Tonight Show band and Johnny's reactions to his eccentric outfits.
Comedians Drew Carey and Ray Romano remember when they performed on The Tonight Show.
Steve Martin talks about his friendship with Johnny Carson and rejects the common misconception that Johnny Carson was cold and aloof.
Dan Gingold, stage manager of "Carson’s Cellar", and Dick Cavett describe Johnny Carson’s tough and somewhat awkward beginnings as a TV personality on the show "Carson’s Cellar".
