The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 2 Episode 44 Al Capp, Betsy Palmer
- January 3, 1964
On tonight's episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Johnny welcomes two special guests to the couch: Al Capp and Betsy Palmer.
Al Capp, famous cartoonist and creator of the long-running comic strip "Li'l Abner," joins Johnny to talk about his career in comics and his outspoken conservative views. He discusses the challenges and criticisms he's faced as a political cartoonist, and shares his opinions on the state of the country in the midst of the Vietnam War.
Betsy Palmer, beloved actress and television personality, also joins Johnny for a chat about her recent projects and her experience working in the entertainment industry. She talks about her time hosting the popular game show "I've Got a Secret," and shares some behind-the-scenes stories from her time on the set.
Later in the show, Johnny plays a game with Al and Betsy where they have to identify obscure or forgotten words from the English language. The three guests compete to see who can correctly guess the meaning of the most words, with plenty of laughs and silly answers along the way.
As always, Johnny also delivers his signature monologue, poking fun at the news, politics, and popular culture of the day. He shares his thoughts on the war, the latest fashion trends, and the rise of rock and roll music, among other topics.
Throughout the episode, the audience is treated to Johnny's trademark humor and wit, as he engages with his guests in lively conversation and comedic banter. With Al Capp and Betsy Palmer bringing their unique perspectives and personalities to the show, tonight's episode is sure to be a memorable one.