The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 19 Episode 76

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 19 Episode 76 Sally Field

  • March 17, 1981

In the 76th episode of the 19th season of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, the magnificent and talented heartthrob of Hollywood, Sally Field made an appearance. Sally Field was blossoming in her career as she starred in a multitude of movies such as "Norma Rae" and "Gidget." Johnny Carson invited her to the show to discuss her latest movie "Places in the Heart."

Sally Field entered the set, wearing a classy pastel colored dress and looking more beautiful than ever. She shared with Carson her experiences with her latest movie "Places in the Heart" which had won an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture. Carson then asked Field about the possibility of her taking on some comedic roles in the future.

Field responded with a smile and told Carson that she was open to any role that came her way. The conversation proceeded with Carson inquiring about what makes an actress successful in the fickle Hollywood industry to which Field wittily replied, "Don't think too much about anything" while everyone in the audience erupted in laughter.

As the discussion went on, Carson remarked about some of the hard work that goes into acting, asking Field about what she had to go through in preparation for some of her roles. Field explained how some roles require her to go through a whole range of emotions, and that it is draining both mentally and physically. She added about how it is vital that actors be able to put themselves fully into their roles and think as though they're really experiencing the things they're portraying in a movie.

In the episode, Sally Field then shared how some movies stay with you all the time. She spoke about how 'Places in the Heart' stayed with her and how it left a big impact on her life. The discussion then shifted towards the audiences' views on movies and how it has changed over the years. Field & Carson reminisced about their favorite movies growing up, the times they watched movies, the prices of candy at the theaters, and how the whole movie-watching experience has innovated since back then.

Towards the end of the show, Carson surprised Field by bringing out some elaborately decorated cookies. The audience was amused, and Field's jaw dropped as she giggled, expressing how surprised she was by the gesture. The two then bid farewell with a warm goodbye.

Overall, the episode was a fascinating conversation between the legendary Hollywood actress and the charismatic talk show host. Carson managed to keep the conversation light-hearted yet informative, and Sally Field did not disappoint with her fascinating stories and wit. It was an episode that fans of both Carson and Sally Field would not want to miss!

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Description
  • First Aired
    March 17, 1981
  • Language
    English