Joan Embery

Johnny gets the laughs started with a monologue that pokes fun at an aging Smokey the Bear, the ongoing gasoline shortage, and the nominations for the upcoming Oscar awards. A favorite guest of Johnny’s, animal handler Joan Embery pays a visit to the show from the San Diego Zoo, accompanied by a very loving baby gorilla and some other dangerous friends. Wry stand-up comedian David Brenner shares his funny views of the differences between LA and NYC. Episode has been edited from original broadcast.

Larry and his brothers dream of being on "The Tonight Show.".

Celebrate New Year's day with Foster Brooks, Victor Buono and Joan Embery and her gorilla friends.

Saturday Night Live performer Mary Gross does an imitation of Marilyn Monroe, and Joan Embery brings out a hyena, penguin and baby gorilla.

Frequent guest Joan Rivers discusses her autobiography, and Joan Embery bring a rare Albino Koala Bear to the show.