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After years in development, cost overruns and network interference, Johnny Carson is set to launch his new prime-time late, late, late “Tonight Show in Heaven with Johnny Carson.” Sources familiar with the negotiations have been ruminating about the lack of sideman talent saying that contract disputes have been holding up production. Initially, Carson Productions was considering using Danny Kaye or Bob Hope, but Ari Emanuel, the agent for the two, has said that there were never “serious discussions.” Hope’s management added: “Mr. Hope is enjoying his time on the best golf courses in heaven and writing a memoir about his time with the USO. He appreciates the consideration but is already slated to do a Variety hour with Dean Martin, launching in the fall.”
Carson Productions will be holding a news conference today from the Yahweh Media Center (off of Gold Paved Mansion Road and Hail Mary St.) and will announce the long-awaited addition of Ed McMahon as the official sidekick for the show. Contract details were not available, but sources are speculating that Mr. McMahon got a deal in line with “A-list” sidemen in the ever-after. Some time will be allowed for paperwork processing and work permits as McMahon has recently moved to the area.
Mr. McMahon released this statement through his P.R. group (Haveanicelife PR Beverly Hills) “I am excited to rejoin Johnny, as it has been many years since we have spoken to one another. I am sure the old chemistry is still there and I believe audiences throughout the universe will recognize the special bond we have.”
Additionally, the bandleader position will be held temporarily by Jimi Hendrix until Doc Severinsen can reach an agreement with the Network and production company. Mrs. Severinsen is not pleased with his plans to join the show anytime soon. Mr. Hendrix said in a written statement, “Doc is a brilliant cat man, nothin’ can touch those lips and armature, but horns aint my thang you dig? I’m just doin my thing for Johnny and the people and can’t wait to jam with McMahon. I hear he is a bad ass trianglist.”
RIP Ed McMahon - You did it well!
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