Johnny Carson 1925 - 2005

"Johnny Carson, the 'Tonight Show' TV host who served America a smooth nightcap of celebrity banter, droll comedy and heartland charm for 30 years, has died. He was 79. Comedian Joan Rivers said: 'The Carson show changed your life. If Carson liked you, you were set. He got the bright comics. He picked the ones who were different, who were smart.'"

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Johnny died today peacefully, surrounded by his family. It's being run on all the major news channels right now.

He was a true comedic legend. Rest in peace, Karnac.