The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 3 Episode 87 Eydie Gorme

Johnny Carson welcomes singer and actress Eydie Gorme to The Tonight Show for the first time. Gorme discusses her career in show business, which began as a backup singer for Steve Lawrence. She then moved on to a successful solo career and has released several hit songs. She talks about her latest album, a Spanish-language collection of songs titled "Amor," and performs a few songs from it on the show.

Carson and Gorme also discuss Gorme's personal life and her marriage to Lawrence. They share funny anecdotes about their travels together and their experiences performing around the world. Carson asks Gorme about her favorite places to perform, and she talks about her love for the audiences in Latin America.

Throughout the show, Carson and Gorme engage in witty banter and play off each other's humor. They discuss everything from Gorme's love for cooking to her decision to learn to speak Spanish in order to better connect with her fans. Carson also presents Gorme with a personalized gift, much to her delight.

In addition to the interview, the episode features several other guests and segments. Comedian Alan King stops by to chat with Carson and perform a comedy routine. There is also a bit where Carson and King participate in a mock press conference, with King playing the role of a politician and Carson as the press corps.

Musician David Frishberg performs a few songs, including his hit "Peel Me a Grape." Frishberg also accompanies Gorme on piano during her performance of "Piel Canela."

The episode ends on an upbeat note, with Gorme performing her hit song "Blame it on the Bossa Nova" to thunderous applause. Carson thanks her for appearing on the show and reminds viewers to tune in next time for another episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.