Ep 3. The Best Of Garry Shandling (4/28/83)

The Johnny Carson Show season 17 episode 3 titled 'The Best of Garry Shandling' aired on April 28, 1983. It was a special episode dedicated to showcasing the best moments from the comedic genius that was Garry Shandling.

Shandling was an American stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and producer who gained fame for his sitcoms 'It's Garry Shandling's Show' and 'The Larry Sanders Show'. He was a frequent guest on 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' and this episode was a tribute to his talent.

Throughout the episode, Carson introduced various clips of Shandling's appearances on the show over the years. Shandling's quick wit, sarcasm, and quirky humor were on display in each clip. He had a unique ability to make the audience laugh while also making them think.

One of the standout moments from the episode was Shandling's first appearance on 'The Tonight Show' in 1981. He opened with a hilarious joke about being a newcomer to Los Angeles and not being able to find his way around the city. This set the tone for his subsequent appearances on the show, which were always met with great enthusiasm from the audience.

Other memorable moments included Shandling's impressions of television personalities like Dick Cavett and Tom Snyder, as well as his witty banter with Johnny Carson. Shandling's humor often tackled deep topics like politics, religion, and the human condition, but he did so with such skill and grace that it never felt heavy-handed or preachy.

This episode of 'The Johnny Carson Show' was a fitting tribute to an incredibly talented comedian who left an indelible mark on the world of comedy. It reminded viewers of the rare gift that Shandling possessed - the ability to make people laugh while also making them think. The episode was a testament to the fact that Shandling's legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.