Johnny Carson, RIP

Johnny Carson began the final segment of his final "Tonight Show" broadcast by saying, "And so, it has come to this." Indeed it has. The true king of late night television died of emphysema on Sunday at 79. Johnny was unquestionably a great performer. He knew how to make his guests look good, which was the key to making his show successful. When he retired, there was the hope that he would return occassionally with specials, but he apparently treasured the solitude that came with retirement.

He was in the news recently for writing and submitting jokes to David Letterman, which Letterman sometimes used in his monologues. Naturally, many celebrities have commented on Mr. Carson's passing. Here are a few statements.

Like all great performers, Johnny left us wanting more. RIP.