'Tonight Show' sidekick dies at 86

Source: Agencies | June 24, 2009, Wednesday |

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ED McMahon, the loyal "Tonight Show" sidekick who bolstered boss Johnny Carson with guffaws and a resounding "H-e-e-e-e-e-ere's Johnny!" for 30 years, died early yesterday. He was 86.

McMahon died shortly after midnight at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center surrounded by his wife, Pam, and other family members, said his publicist, Howard Bragman.

Bragman didn't give a cause of death, saying only that McMahon had a "multitude of health problems the last few months."

McMahon had bone cancer, among other illnesses, according to a person close to the entertainer, and had been hospitalized for weeks.

McMahon broke his neck in a fall in March 2007, and battled a series of financial problems as his injuries prevented him from working.

McMahon also was well known as the host of talent contest "Star Search" for about 20 years. The show served as a springboard for up-and-coming performers such as Beyonce, Britney Spears and Usher.

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'Tonight Show' sidekick dies at 86

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