| Johnny Carson Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 10 in |
| Weight | 75 kg |
| Date of Birth | October 23, 1925 |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Date of Death | January 23, 2005 |
Johnny Carson was an American television host, comedian, writer, actor, voice artist, narrator, and producer who is best known as the host of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962–1992). He received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1992 and was awarded a Kennedy Center Honor in 1993.
Born Name
John William Carson
Nick Names
Johnny, The King of Late-night
Johnny Carson as seen in a publicity photo from the television program ‘The Tonight Show’ in October 1970 (NBC Television / eBay / Public Domain)
Age
He was born on October 23, 1925.
Died
On January 23, 2005, Johnny Carson died of respiratory failure arising from emphysema at the age of 79 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Sun Sign
Scorpio
Born Place
Corning, Quincy Township, Adams County, Iowa, United States
Residence
He resided in Malibu, Los Angeles County, California, United States.
Nationality
Education
Johnny Carson attended the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and joined the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. There, he also continued performing magic and was paid $25 per appearance. He went on to major in journalism with the intention of becoming a comedy writer but then switched his major to speech and drama a few months later. In 1949, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in radio and speech with a minor in physics.
Occupation
Television Host, Comedian, Writer, Actor, Voice Artist, Narrator, Producer
Family
- Father – Homer Lloyd “Kit” Carson (1899–1983) (A power company manager)
- Mother – Ruth Elizabeth (Hook) Carson (1901–1985)
- Siblings – Catherine “Kit” (Carson) Sotzing (1923-2014; Older Sister), Richard Carson (1929-2021; Younger Brother) (Television Director)
- Others – Christopher N. “Kit” Carson (Paternal Grandfather), Ella Bernice Hardy (Paternal Grandmother), George William Hook (Maternal Grandfather), Jessie Elton Boyd (Maternal Grandmother)
Medium
Television
Genres
Observational Comedy, Surreal Humor, Satire, Deadpan, Sketch Comedy
Subjects
American Culture, American Politics, Everyday Life, Pop Culture, Current Events, Human Behavior, Social Awkwardness, Gender Differences
Net Worth
According to CelebrityNetWorth.com, he had a net worth of $300 Million at the time of his death.
Build
Average
Johnny Carson as seen while reading a story with his three sons (From Left to Right – Kit, Cory, and Ricky) in 1955 (CBS Television / eBay / Public Domain)
Height
5 ft 10 in or 178 cm
Weight
75 kg or 165.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Johnny Carson dated –
Race / Ethnicity
White
Johnny Carson was of English, Scots-Irish/Northern Irish, German, Dutch, French, Scottish, and Swiss-German descent.
Hair Color
Gray
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- His unmistakable laugh
- Was introverted and shy off-camera
Brand Endorsements
Johnny Carson was cast in print ads for Johnny Carson’s line of suits from Johnny Carson Apparel Inc. from 1971 to 1979.
Religion
He was raised as a Methodist.
Johnny Carson (Center) as seen while being awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President George H. W. Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush in 1992 (George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum / bush41library.tamu.edu / Public Domain)
Johnny Carson Favorite Things
- Teacher – Miss Faye Gordon
- Songs – Here’s That Rainy Day, I’ll Be Seeing You
Source – Wikipedia
Johnny Carson Facts
Featured Image by NBC Television / eBay / Public Domain