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Late-night TV is about to feel like the old days again. To mark what would have been iconic Tonight Show<\/a> host Johnny Carson\u2019s<\/a><\/strong> 100th birthday on October 23, Antenna TV is throwing a six-night celebration of the show that defined late-night comedy for three decades.<\/p>\n Johnny Carson\u2019s 100th Birthday Party airs Oct. 20\u201325 at 11 p.m. ET\/8 p.m. PT, showcasing some of Carson\u2019s most iconic episodes, sketches, and guest appearances. Each night also features reflections from longtime Tonight Show bandleader Doc Severinsen<\/strong>, whose quick wit and undeniable chemistry with Carson made him part of the magic.<\/p>\n “Johnny was a master creator\u2026 the basis of his personality and his style was class. He was class personified,” Severinsen said in a statement.<\/p>\n RELATED: Steven Weber, Amy Yasbeck Remember \u2018Wings\u2019 Family Member & Wife Killed on 9\/11<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Carson, who died in 2005 at the age of 79, reigned over late-night from 1962 to 1992, shaping the blueprint that modern hosts still follow. His monologues, characters like “Carnac the Magnificent,” and interviews with Hollywood royalty \u2014 Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, Burt Reynolds<\/strong> \u2014 became must-see TV. For comics like Robin Williams<\/strong>, Richard Lewis<\/strong> and Don Rickles<\/strong>, a spot on Carson\u2019s couch wasn\u2019t just a booking; it was a career milestone.<\/p>\n Monday, October 20<\/strong> Tuesday, October 21 Wednesday, October 22 RELATED: Monkees\u2019 Micky Dolenz, 80, Mourns Friend With Poignant Photo \u2014 He\u2019s the Only One in It Still Alive<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Thursday, October 23 Friday, October 24 Saturday, October 25 Though it\u2019s been more than 30 years since Carson signed off with “I bid you a heartfelt good night,” his influence still looms large. From Jimmy Fallon<\/strong> to Stephen Colbert<\/strong>, every late-night host owes a nod to the man who turned a desk and couch into a nightly ritual.<\/p>\n Antenna TV continues to keep Carson\u2019s wit and warmth alive for new audiences, and this birthday marathon is a reminder of just how timeless he still is. For more details or to find Antenna TV in your area, visit antennatv.tv<\/a>.<\/p>\n \ud83c\udfac\u00a0<\/strong>SIGN UP for Parade\u2019s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\ud83c\udfac<\/strong><\/p>\n This story was originally reported by Parade<\/a> on Sep 15, 2025, where it first appeared in the News<\/a> section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.<\/a><\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.yahoo.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Late-night TV is about to feel like the old days again. 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Guests:<\/strong>Burt Reynolds and Richard Lewis<\/strong>
Duration: 60 minutes
Original Airdate: 2\/11\/1982<\/p>\n
Guests: Michael Landon, Carol Wayne, Bob Hope, Don Rickles and Freddie Prinze<\/strong>
Duration: 90 minutes
Original Airdate: 5\/21\/1974<\/p>\n
Guests: Jackie Gleason and Jim Stafford<\/strong>
Duration: 60 minutes
Original Airdate: 10\/18\/1985<\/p>\n
Guests: Buddy Hackett, Burt Reynolds, Don Rickles, Dean Martin and Carol Wayne<\/strong>
Duration: 90 minutes
Original airdate: 10\/2\/1973<\/p>\n
Guests: Robin Williams and Jean Marsh<\/strong>
Duration: 60 minutes
Original Airdate: 10\/14\/1981<\/p>\n
Guests: Don Rickles, Frank Sinatra, Olivia Newton-John and David Jansse<\/strong>n
Duration: 90 minutes
Original airdate: 11\/12\/1976<\/p>\n