Goodnight, Johnny

In an age of soul-deadening reality television, pointless ass-waggling by nonentities like Ashlee Simpson and Paris Hilton, and the callous materialism of Donald Trump - the death of Johnny Carson is a reminder that once upon a time our entertainers were giants.

Celebrities didn't always abandon their dignity to stay in the spotlight. Carson’s act was not only funny and quick – but also decent and good-natured. And he knew exactly when to say goodnight. It's sad to consider how a whole generation has already grown up without him.