What does it mean to be most famous for being the sidekick, the helper, the yes-man, the TV version of an assistant, to a television Read the full post.
Jun 23
2009
12:36 PM ET
Ed McMahon has died: Sidekick, yes-man, his own man, and the best at what he did
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While Ed McMahon may be best known as Johnny Carson’s sidekick, his list of accomplishments beyond “The Tonight Show” is impressive. Here’s a look at Ed’s career, his booming laugh will be sorely missed. http://www.getback.com/gallery/heeeerrrre-s-ed-mcmahon/2986658