Ed McMahon

Ed McMahon appeared on commercials for FreeCreditReport.com to help educate the public about the importance of regular credit monitoring.

Ed McMahon poses for photos before signing copies of his book, "Here's Johnny," in New York on October 18, 2005.

Ed McMahon and his wife, Pam Hurn arrive for the 60th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Sept. 21, 2008

Ed McMahon, left, speaks with "Tonight Show" host Jay Leno during a tribute to Johnny Carson on the show on Monday, Jan. 24, 2005, in Burbank, Calif. Leno replaced Carson when the talk-show legend retired.

Ed McMahon attends the memorial tribute for comedian Bob Hope at the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences in North Hollywood, Calif. on August 27, 2003.

While still working as Johnny Carson's sidekick on the "Tonight Show," Ed McMahon teamed up with Dick Clark on "TV Bloopers and Practical Jokes."

Ed McMahon served as the host of TV talent show "Star Search." In 1984, he introduced singer Bobby Vinton, left, to contestant Sam Harris, right.

Ed McMahon co-starred with George Segal, right, in 1977 in the movie "Fun with Dick and Jane."

Ed McMahon played second banana to Johnny Carson on the "Tonight Show" from 1962 until Carson retired in 1992. McMahon, who never failed to laugh at his Carson's quips, kept his supporting role in perspective. "It's like a pitcher who has a favorite catcher," he said. "The pitcher gets a little help from the catcher, but the pitcher's got to throw the ball. Well, Johnny Carson had to throw the ball, but I could give him a little help."

Ed McMahon served as the host of "Concentration" in 1969. He also was host of "Missing Links" and "Snap Judgment."