The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 29 Episode 75 Bill Cosby, Joseph Gabriel, Diane Schuur
- March 6, 1991
In the 75th episode of the 29th season of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, the guests are Bill Cosby, Joseph Gabriel, and Diane Schuur.
The episode begins with Johnny welcoming the audience and introducing his first guest, comedian and actor Bill Cosby. Cosby comes out to thunderous applause and talk about his latest projects, including his recently-released comedy album "Why Is There Air?" and his continued work on the hit television series "The Cosby Show." Cosby then launches into a hilarious stand-up routine, cracking jokes about everything from fatherhood to jazz music.
Next up is Joseph Gabriel, a young up-and-coming magician who wows the audience with his impressive sleight of hand. Gabriel performs a variety of illusions, including making objects disappear and reappear, and even making Johnny himself disappear momentarily! The audience is left amazed and thrilled by Gabriel's skills.
Finally, Johnny welcomes Diane Schuur, an accomplished jazz singer and pianist. Schuur performs a number of songs from her latest album, showcasing her powerful voice and impressive musical talent. She and Johnny chat about their shared love of jazz music and Schuur's experiences performing for audiences all over the world.
Throughout the episode, Johnny keeps things lively with his trademark wit and charm, keeping both the guests and the audience entertained and engaged. The episode ends with Johnny thanking the guests and bidding everyone goodnight, leaving the audience already looking forward to the next episode.