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First Look: How David Letterman Lost the Tonight Show Gig

Season 2 Episode 206
Aired on 01/06/2013 | CC
In 1991, after 30 years of hosting The Tonight Show, rumors began swirling that legendary host Johnny Carson was retiring. The news sparked a battle for Johnny's seat between two comedians—Jay Leno and David Letterman. Watch as Dave tells Oprah why he thought he was Johnny's heir apparent.

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