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“Happiness is sitting down to watch some slides of your neighbor's vacation and finding out that he spent two weeks in a nudist colony.”

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Johnny Carson was an American television host, comedian, and producer. He is best known for hosting 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' for 30 years, from 1962 to 1992. His innovative and witty interviews, along with his relaxed and conversational style, made him one of the most beloved and influential figures in American television history. more

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