The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 19 Episode 105 Rich Little (guest host)
- June 1, 1981
For episode 105 of season 19 of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, the guest host was Rich Little, the Canadian impressionist and comedian. As Johnny Carson had taken some time off, Rich Little had been chosen to fill in for the iconic host. Little began the show with many of his famous impressions, such as Jimmy Carter, Richard Nixon, and Ronald Reagan.
The show featured a variety of guests, including actress Pamela Stephenson and musician Eddie Rabbitt. Little continued his impressions throughout the show, and also participated in various sketches and comedy bits. One notable sketch was a parody of the popular game show "Jeopardy!", with Little portraying various celebrities and characters as contestants.
Throughout the show, Little also interacted with the audience, taking questions and engaging in playful banter. The episode wrapped up with Little delivering a monologue and bidding farewell to the audience, as well as thanking them for tuning in.
Overall, the episode showcased Little's impressive talents as an impressionist and comedian, while also incorporating comedic sketches, celebrity interviews, and audience participation. The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson continued to deliver top-quality entertainment to viewers, even with a guest host at the helm.