He couldn’t sing, dance or tell funny stories. But Johnny Carson loved him and his persona: a D-list star clinging to celebrity.

Paul Anka still warms up in a quiet practice room prior to a show by pacing the floor, humming gently, and occasionally scribbling notes on a lyric sheet. He ...

Watching his dad watch Johnny Carson was a pivotal moment for the comedian.

Many people thought "Always On My Mind" was written specifically for Elvis Presley, but it was a little more personal than ...