The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 14 Episode 233 David Brenner (guest host), Steve Allen, Ricardo Montalban
- September 3, 1976
Guest host David Brenner welcomes legendary comedian and television personality Steve Allen to the show in season 14, episode 233 of "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson." Allen chats with Brenner about his storied career, from creating "The Tonight Show" in the 1950s to hosting game shows in the 1970s and appearing in films like "The Benny Goodman Story" and "The Comic."
In addition to Allen, Brenner is joined by Hollywood actor Ricardo Montalban. They discuss Montalban's recent roles in films like "The Wrath of Khan" and "Two of a Kind," as well as his experiences working in both Hollywood and Broadway.
Brenner also interacts with the show's regular cast of characters, including Carnac the Magnificent and Art Fern. The latter interview comedic actor Buck Henry, known for his work on "Saturday Night Live" and in films like "The Graduate."
Throughout the episode, Brenner showcases his comedic talents with jokes and anecdotes, entertaining the live studio audience while honoring the legacy of Johnny Carson, who was on hiatus during this episode. Fans of classic television and comedy will appreciate this lively and engaging episode of "The Tonight Show."