Johnny Carson stepped down as host for a week in February 1968, allowing Harry Belafonte to become the first African-American to solo-host a late-night TV show, marking a historic milestone.
Harry Belafonte guest hosted The Tonight Show in 1968, a pivotal moment in the midst of a racially charged election, highlighting the significance of this forgotten piece of broadcast history.
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The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show | Official Trailer│Peacock
Studio(s): Big Beach, JustFilms / Ford Foundation
Originally Released: United States, Apr 15, 2020
Production Country: United States
Genres:Documentary, History
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