Unknown Details About Johnny Carson That Have Come To Light

Published on February 20, 2020
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His Need For Attention Grew

The lack of attention from his mother may have been the root of Carson’s need to entertain. Whatever the reason, it’s a fact that Carson started performing and making people laugh from an early age. He said: “I can’t say I ever wanted to become an entertainer, I already was one, sort of — around the house, at school, doing magic tricks…people thought I was funny.”

His Need For Attention Grew

His Need For Attention Grew

His Entertainment Roots

Johnny began his stint in entertaining when was just 14 years old. While he was over a friend’s house, he stumbled upon a book that taught magic tricks. He was quickly hooked and he started putting on magic shows, going by the name of “The Great Carsoni,” and even getting paid $3 for a show.

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His Entertainment Roots

His Entertainment Roots