Ed McMahon

Edward Leo Peter "Ed" McMahon, Jr. (March 6, 1923 – June 23, 2009) was an American comedian, game show host, announcer, and television personality. Most famous for his work on television as Johnny Carson's announcer and sidekick on The Tonight Show from 1962 to 1992, the one-time fighter pilot also hosted the original version of the talent show Star Search from 1983 to 1995, co-hosted TV's Bloopers and Practical Jokes with Dick Clark from 1982 to... more

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  • Mar 6, 1923

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  • Jun 23, 2009 (age 86 years)

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  • Jul 5, 1949
  • 1976
  • Feb 22, 1992
  • Jun 23, 2009
  • Mar 6, 1976
  • 1989
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