Johnny Carson Reflects On Tonight Show And Early TV
In an AP interview Carson recalls The Johnny Carson Show from 1955 56 and discusses its failure as his biggest disappointment in show business He explains why he did not pursue primetime stardom notes about his Tonight Show tenure and doubts about a replacement while reflecting on longevity and audience cues.
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Carson on monologues as national mood barometer
The article notes that Talk show host Carson sees his monologues as a gauge of national moods. He says audiences reflect what’s happening in the country and rejects a political career, arguing politics demands pleasing many people while television offers independence. He emphasizes not owing anyone in TV.
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Bridges children follow father's footsteps in acting family
Lloyd Bridges discusses parenting as a team and patience as sons Beau and Jeff pursue acting. He recalls teen rebellion as normal and says lasting love proves the effort worthwhile. The column also touches on Ronald Reagan jokes, Gielgud, and TV nostalgia.
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Back to Future tops summer box office as Rambo trails
Hollywood AP report shows Back to the Future as the season’s top grosser with 150.2 million overall after 12 weeks, while Rambo First Blood Part II stands at 143.7 million in 18 weeks. Weekend grossing lists also note Creator and Teen Wolf near the top. several titles make the summer’s top ten.
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