The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 21 Episode 93 Joan Rivers (guest host), David Steinberg, Betty White
- April 19, 1983
Joan Rivers takes over guest hosting duties on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson season 21 episode 93, joined by guests David Steinberg and Betty White. Rivers brings her trademark wit and humor to the hosting chair, beginning her monologue with jokes about her recent plastic surgery and poking fun at President Reagan. Comedian David Steinberg joins Rivers for a lively chat, discussing his career in comedy and sharing stories from his time working on The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour.
Actress and comedian Betty White also stops by to chat with Rivers, sharing stories from her legendary career in show business and discussing her role on the popular sitcom The Golden Girls. The trio discusses topics ranging from aging gracefully to the changing landscape of television, all while keeping the conversation light and entertaining.
Throughout the episode, Rivers showcases her skill as a host, seamlessly transitioning from her comedic monologue to interviews with her guests. She keeps the energy up with quick-witted banter and plenty of laughs, never missing a beat. In a standout moment, Rivers sits down with a psychic who claims to be able to predict the future, leading to a hilarious conversation about the world's most pressing issues, from politics to pop culture.
As the episode draws to a close, Rivers bids the audience farewell in her signature style, thanking her guests and cracking a few final jokes. It's clear that she has won over the audience and made the hosting chair her own for the night. Fans of comedy and entertainment alike will enjoy this episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, as it showcases some of the best comedic talent of the era.