The Most Surprising Facts About The Johnny Carson Show That Have Come To Light

What They Found

Upon entering the apartment, it was clear that it was inhabited by Joanne and her lover, who they quickly discovered to be Frank Gifford, of former New York Giants football fame. This is when Johnny broke down and sobbed.

What They Found

Jealousy Followed

Once Bushkin was able to confirm Copeland’s affair to Carson, he went on a drinking bender with Ed McMahon. Frank Gifford went on to marry Kathie Lee Gifford, host of the Today Show. She even asked Frank about this affair while on the show, to which he responded that he “couldn’t remember.”

Jealousy Followed