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At Long Last, Conan Takes Command

It’s been three months since Conan O’Brien hosted his last “Late Night.” While he’s been off the air, he’s hardly been out of the spotlight. Following the lead of predecessor Jay Leno, Mr. O’Brien spent a big chunk of his late-night interregnum touring...

Published Sat, May 30 2009 7:03 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, Print Edition, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show

Leno Goes Out on Top

Jay Leno ended his latenight run by dominating his timeslot one last time. Friday night's final edition of "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" averaged an 8.8 rating in Nielsen's overnight metered market averages, crushing a repeat of CBS's...

Published Sat, May 30 2009 1:20 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Ratings, Jay Leno, The Tonight Show

Adalian Column: Hair Comes Conan, At Long Last

It’s another sunny day in Southern California, and Conan O’Brien is about to go for a ride. The soon-to-be host of “The Tonight Show” waits just outside the entrance of his new late-night Thunderdome, Stage One on the Universal Studios backlot. The calendar...

Published Fri, May 29 2009 3:14 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, Print Edition, The Tonight Show, Conan O’Brien

Conan's 'Late Night' Theme Being Adapted for 'Tonight'

The new theme song for "The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien" will have a familiar ring to it. That's because Mr. O'Brien and executive producer Jeff Ross have opted to use a reworked version of Mr. O'Brien's 16-year-old "Late...

Published Tue, May 26 2009 1:19 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show

Ratings Flash: Obama Lifts Leno's 'Tonight Show'

President Obama has joined Johnny Carson, Jerry Seinfeld and the cast of "Cheers" in the pantheon of guests who have given Jay Leno his best "Tonight Show" ratings. Thursday's presidential appearance—the first by a sitting...

Published Fri, Mar 20 2009 11:12 AM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, Jay Leno, Barack Obama, The Tonight Show, Politics, TV Ratings

Obama to Appear on Leno’s ‘Tonight Show’

Jay Leno may be leaving “The Tonight Show,” but before he departs, he’s going to get one last appearance from Barack Obama. The White House is confirming that President Obama will be a guest on Thursday night’s program, during the president’s visit to...

Published Mon, Mar 16 2009 3:38 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Barack Obama, The Tonight Show

NBC Heats Up Summer Lineup to Give O’Brien a Lift

NBC is frontloading its summer schedule, packing June with a bevy of scripted and unscripted series as part of a bid to help boost Conan O’Brien’s premiere month as host of “The Tonight Show.” The network’s just-announced summer schedule includes the...

Published Thu, Mar 12 2009 3:18 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, The Tonight Show, Merlin, America’s Got Talent, Law & Order: SVU, The Philanthropist, Medium, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Conan O’Brien, I’m a Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here!, The Listener, The Meteor, Law & Order, Great American Road Trip

Andy Richter to Rejoin Conan O’Brien as ‘Tonight Show’ Announcer

Andy Richter is reuniting with Conan O’Brien, signing on to serve as announcer for Mr. O’Brien’s new incarnation of “The Tonight Show.” NBC is expected to announce the decision later today. Mr. Richter and Mr. O’Brien entered the pop culture landscape...

Published Tue, Feb 24 2009 1:10 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, The Tonight Show, Andy Richter, Conan O’Brien

NBC Prepping Super Bowl Promo Punch

While paid ads will get most of the attention during NBC’s telecast of the Super Bowl on Sunday, network parent NBC Universal is hoping to steal its share of the big day’s big buzz with a well-orchestrated promotional blitz that will focus on virtually...

Published Sun, Jan 25 2009 10:18 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, The Office, Jay Leno, Chuck, Print Edition, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, Heroes, Kings, Super Bowl, Medium, 3-D, Southland, John Miller

Leno’s Revenue Potential Unclear

Jay Leno’s “The Tonight Show” is a cash cow in late night. But just how much advertising revenue it will generate in prime time is anyone’s guess, media buyers say. According to TNS Media Intelligence, “The Tonight Show” generates about $926,000 in ad...

Published Sun, Dec 14 2008 10:22 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Print Edition, The Tonight Show, TNS Media Intelligence

‘Jay Leno Show’ Takes Competitive Pressure Off, Graboff Says

The host of “The Jay Leno Show” doesn’t expect to beat first-run versions of the scripted drama it will compete with at 10 p.m. weeknights starting in fall 2009. He doesn’t have to, said Marc Graboff, co-chairman of NBC Entertainment and Universal Media...

Published Tue, Dec 9 2008 1:48 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Ben Silverman, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, Marc Graboff, The Jay Leno Show

McCain Gives Leno a Victory

John McCain’s first post-election interview with Jay Leno on NBC’s “The Tonight Show” gave the program its highest overnight rating since the show returned to original episodes during the 2008 writers strike in January. Coinciding with Veterans Day, Sen...

Published Wed, Nov 12 2008 4:49 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, The Tonight Show, John McCain, TV Ratings

McCain Joins Leno on Veterans Day

Republican presidential nominee John McCain will make his first post-election late-night appearance with Jay Leno. The Arizona senator will be a guest on “The Tonight Show” on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day. Joining Sen. McCain will be musical...

Published Fri, Nov 7 2008 4:11 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, The Tonight Show, John McCain

Leno's Last 'Tonight': May 29

Jay Leno will sign off as host of "The Tonight Show" on May 29, with Conan O'Brien taking over the storied franchise on Monday, June 1. NBC Entertainment Co-Chairs Ben Silverman and Marc Graboff made the announcement Monday morning during...

Published Mon, Jul 21 2008 2:29 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, TCA, NBC, Jay Leno, Jimmy Fallon, Ben Silverman, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, Marc Graboff

Leno's NBC Era to End in Late May, Early June; Tune in Monday for Details

NBC on Monday will announce the exact timetable for Jay Leno to hand over the host's chair on "The Tonight Show" to Conan O'Brien, several people with knowledge of the plan said over the weekend. It's very likely Mr. Leno will host...

Published Mon, Jul 21 2008 1:42 AM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, NBC, Jay Leno, Late Night, Jimmy Fallon, Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show

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