Why Bette Midler Was Johnny Carson’s Last Guest
In 1970 Bette Midler sang in a bathhouse. Johnny Carson put her on national TV — and 22 years later made her his last guest. Here’s the story behind it.
Bette Midler
Stories behind the golden age of late-night television
In 1970 Bette Midler sang in a bathhouse. Johnny Carson put her on national TV — and 22 years later made her his last guest. Here’s the story behind it.