Ed McMahon
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
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Edward Leo Peter "Ed" McMahon, Jr. (March 6, 1923 – June 23, 2009) was an American comedian, game show host and announcer. He is most famous for his work on television as Johnny Carson's announcer and sidekick on The Tonight Show from 1962 to 1992. He also hosted the original version of the talent show Star Search from 1983 to 1995. He co-hosted TV's Bloopers and Practical Jokes with Dick Clark from 1982 to 1986. He also presented sweepstakes for the direct marketing company American Family Publishers (not, as is commonly believed, its main rival Publishers Clearing House). McMahon annually co-hosted the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon. He performed in numerous television commercials, most notably for Budweiser. In the 1970s and 1980s, he anchored the team of NBC personalities conducting the network's coverage of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. McMahon appeared in several films, including The Incident, Fun With Dick and Jane, Full Moon High, and Butterfly, as well as briefly in the film version of Bewitched. According to Entertainment Weekly, McMahon is considered one of the greatest "sidekicks".
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Jerry Seinfeld: I'm Telling You for the Last Time
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - The Final Show: America Says Farewell
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '60s & '70s: Heeere's Johnny!
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '80s & '90s: The King of Late Night
Johnny Carson - His Favorite Moments from 'The Tonight Show' - '70s & '80s: The Master of Laughs!
Let Me In, I Hear Laughter: A Salute to the Friars Club
The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s
The Ultimate Collection starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 70s and 80s
Something in the Air: The Words Four Two Story
The Best of The Tonight Show: Stand - Up Comedians
The Definitive Elvis 25th Anniversary: Vol. 1 The Memphis Years & The Television Years
