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“This is The Tonight Show. I can't tell you too much about it, other than the fact that this program is going to go on forever.”

Quote by Steve Allen

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Steve Allen
Steve Allen

Steve Allen was an American television personality, comedian, musician, and writer. He is renowned for hosting two iconic game shows, 'The Steve Allen Show' and 'The Tonight Show Starring Steve Allen', during the 1950s and 1960s. Allen was a versatile entertainer who also had a career as a radio personality and a stand-up comedian. more

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