Hey there, fellow Carson fanatics! Can you believe it’s been nearly 46 years since that hilarious Buddy Hackett and Johnny Carson episode aired on November 24, 1977? Let’s take a trip down memory lane together, shall we?
America in 1977, Jimmy Carter was President, a gallon of gas cost a whopping 65 cents, and you could buy a loaf of bread for just 36 cents. Average home prices were around $49,000; a shiny new car would set you back about $5,000. Movie tickets were a steal at $2.23 a pop, and everyone was jamming to “You Light Up My Life” by Debby Boone. “Star Wars” was dominating the box office while “Happy Days” and “Three’s Company” had us all glued to our TVs.
Who could forget Johnny and Buddy joking around in that particular episode? Their natural rapport was a hoot! Remember how they discussed Thanksgiving traditions, and Buddy shared his mother’s unique cooking methods? Or that funny story about the lady with the Derby hat on Delancey Street?
We all have our own memories of watching Johnny Carson night after night, laughing our heads off at his witty banter with guests like Buddy Hackett. We’d gather with family or friends, maybe with a snack or two, and tune in to escape the worries of the day, if only for an hour. Those were some good times, right?
If you’re feeling nostalgic, you’re in luck! MadlyOdd has uploaded that classic Buddy Hackett and Johnny Carson episode on YouTube, just waiting for you to relive those golden days. Why not give it a watch and take a trip back to 1977? Share it with your friends and family because laughter, like fine wine, only gets better with age. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the show!
