The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 7 Episode 128

The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson Season 7 Episode 128 Tony Randall

  • June 30, 1969

Tony Randall, the beloved comic actor and star of the hit television show "The Odd Couple," is the featured guest on this episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. As Carson welcomes him to the stage, there is an immediate rapport between the two entertainers, who have shared the spotlight many times before.

During the course of the hour-long show, Randall regales Carson and the audience with tales from his long and varied career in show business. He talks about his early days on the stage, including his tenure as a member of New York City's prestigious Neighborhood Playhouse, where he studied his craft alongside fellow actors like Gregory Peck and Eli Wallach.

Randall also discusses his years as a television star, and reminisces about some of his most memorable roles on popular shows like "The Love Boat" and "The Twilight Zone." But it is his work on "The Odd Couple" that truly captures the audience's attention, as Randall shares behind-the-scenes stories and reveals the secrets of the show's success.

Throughout the episode, Carson proves to be the perfect foil for Randall's wit and humor, poking fun at his guest's sometimes pompous and prissy demeanor, while also showing genuine admiration for his talent as an actor and comedian. Together, the two performers create a dynamic and engaging hour of television that is sure to leave audiences laughing and smiling.

As the show draws to a close, Randall and Carson exchange warm goodbyes, and the audience rises to their feet in a standing ovation. It's clear that Tony Randall has left his mark on yet another generation of fans, and that he and Johnny Carson will always be remembered as two of the greatest entertainers of their time.

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Description
  • First Aired
    June 30, 1969
  • Language
    English