The Most Surprising Facts About The Johnny Carson Show That Have Come To Light

Published on June 4, 2020
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Family Drama

In 1987, some more family drama began to brew when a woman called Taena Love Green who was in a relationship with Carson’s son claimed that Carson pressured his son to end their relationship. Carson’s son, Christopher Allen Carson, was court-ordered to pay child support for the then-8 month old baby after leaving Green while she was pregnant. She claims Johnny Carson did not approve of the fact that she is African American.

Family Drama

Family Drama

His Early Shows

Early in his career and before his Tonight Show tenure, Carson was the host of several different shows. First he starred as a guest panelist on the 1960 show To Tell The Truth, later becoming a regular panelist in 1961 through 1962. He was then given a chance with his very own show, The Johnny Carson Show, but it failed and he ended up moving to New York City as a result.

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His Early Shows

His Early Shows