Ed McMahon Dies at 86
June 23rd 2009 14:01
Legendary television personality Ed McMahon died in the early hours this morning, according to the Associated Press. Though he had been previously diagnosed with systemic bone cancer and other ailments towards the end of his life, it has so far been unconfirmed what the cause of his death was.
I must say this is pretty sad news, at least for me. I remember as a child my grandparents had hundreds of episodes of The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson recorded, and every time I would go to visit, one would be playing in the background. Of course, I remember him best not only from his showing up at people's front doors with a big check for millions of dollars, but also because of Star Search, which was an obsession of my older sisters for years.
McMahon got his start in the entertainment industry while working alongside of Carson, co-hosting The Tonight Show for nearly 30 years. Though he has had many recent legal and medical troubles, I think it is fair to suggest that he will be remembered by most for his distinctive voice, witty sense of humor, and engaging screen presence.
We truly have lost a legend.
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