Johnny Carson
Johnny Carson was an iconic American television host, comedian, and actor, best known for his role as the host of 'The Tonight Show' from 1962 to 1992. Renowned for his quick wit and charm, Carson became a beloved figure in American entertainment, shaping the landscape of late-night television and influencing countless comedians and hosts who followed in his footsteps.
Born on Oct 23, 1925 (99 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 208,309 | $21,000,000 | 13,216$ |
| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 14,834 | $1,380,000 | 803$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 24,124 | $2,700,000 | 959$ |
| Totals | 4 | 424,388,546 | 247,267 | $25,080,000 | 14,978$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Johnny Carson's 30-year run on The Tonight Show solidified it as a cultural institution.
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Australia:
Johnny Carson cracked wise about Nixon during the Watergate scandal.
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United States:
Johnny Carson didn't alienate people with political preaching and instead made everyone laugh.
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United States:
Johnny Carson was a legendary TV host known for his long-running show 'The Tonight Show'.
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Australia:
Recent biographies have explored the life of talk-show host Johnny Carson.
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Greece:
Johnny Carson was a legendary television host who commented on the Iran-Contra trial.
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United States:
Johnny Carson and Miss Piggy introduced Kermit the Frog’s wholesome performance of 'Rainbow Connection' at the 1980 Academy Awards.
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United States:
Johnny Carson was the king of late-night television who addressed a supposed toilet paper shortage on his show.
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Argentina:
Johnny Carson was the subject of the rivalry in The Late Shift, co-written by George Armitage.
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