The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson was known for its entertaining and hilarious moments, and one particular episode featuring Burt Reynolds did not disappoint. In this episode, Burt Reynolds, a renowned actor and director, was welcomed onto the show by Johnny Carson himself. As Burt Reynolds entered the stage, the crowd erupted in applause, setting the tone for what would be a lively and entertaining conversation.
Throughout the episode, Burt Reynolds and Johnny Carson engaged in a lively banter, showcasing their incredible chemistry and sense of humor. Burt Reynolds, known for his charming and charismatic presence, had a cool and relaxed entrance that perfectly matched his personality. The audience couldn’t help but cheer and applaud as he made his way to the couch.
During the interview, Burt Reynolds shared stories from a recent party he had hosted, where he had invited some well-known comedians. The party was filled with laughter and dancing, creating a lively and fun atmosphere. Johnny Carson, always quick with a witty remark, jokingly expressed his disappointment about not receiving an invitation to the party. Burt Reynolds, in his usual charismatic style, playfully teased Johnny Carson about his supposed shyness when it came to attending parties.
The conversation then took an interesting turn when Johnny Carson brought up the topic of Burt Reynolds‘s look-alike. Apparently, there was a person going around town pretending to be Burt Reynolds. The impersonator even attended some events, fooling people with his similar appearance. Burt Reynolds humorously threatened to send his intimidating cousins, Carmine and Vito, after the impersonator if he didn’t stop his act.
Moving on from the impersonator, Burt Reynolds discussed his passion for performing his own stunts in his movies. He shared anecdotes from his latest film, where he portrayed a stuntman. One of the stunts involved him jumping an incredible 400 plus feet in a car across a cavern. Burt Reynolds praised the skill and professionalism of stunt performers, emphasizing their importance in the film industry. He even suggested the idea of creating an award category specifically for stunt performers, highlighting their incredible talents and contributions.
To give the audience a taste of his latest film, a clip was shown showcasing a scene where Burt Reynolds‘s character and a group of stuntmen engaged in a brawl with two troublemakers. The scene was action-packed and showcased the thrilling and dangerous nature of being a stuntman.
As the episode came to an end, Johnny Carson and Burt Reynolds exchanged a few more jokes and laughter before bidding farewell to the audience. The episode was a perfect mix of entertainment and humor, leaving the viewers thoroughly entertained and eagerly awaiting the next episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.
Originally aired on August 2, 1978
