‘The Tonight Show’ with Johnny Carson is one of the most successful TV programs of all time. Every weeknight, viewers would tune in to see what Johnny had in store. He had celebrities, funny sketches, impersonations, and even wild animals. This montage includes some of the most memorable moments from Johnny’s run as host.
It starts with the iconic moment when a marmoset climbs on top of Johnny’s head during an interview. Johnny just stared at the camera while the audience laughed hysterically at the creature clawing at his hair. At one point, Johnny says, ‘ Can’t go any higher than that!’
Johnny welcomes a young child who won the spelling bee. He teaches him a magic trick, and the child tells Johnny he knows his birthday and lists 1925! Johnny’s expression is priceless.
Johnny and Julio Iglesias sing ‘To All The Girls I’ve Loved Before’ with Johnny dressed as Willie Nelson. Julio performs wonderfully, and Johnny’s impression of Willie is spot on.
The best clips feature Johnny trying to wrangle the world’s cutest animals from various episodes. The animals mess with Johnny and usually climb all over him! One orangutan even hugs Johnny around the neck.
Johnny does a sketch where he offers women a shower with a star! He goes into a shower and takes his towel off. The women enter, and they get a picture showering with Johnny! He keeps telling them the only rule is ‘Don’t look down!’
Johnny’s classic interview with Dom DeLuise is also included. The two comics smash eggs on each other, with Johnny getting the last laugh by sticking one in Dom’s pants! Johnny Carson was beloved by American TV audiences, and his legendary style is on display throughout this compilation!
