Definition of a tv talk show host (1963)

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   For Fred Shapiro-types, from the NEW YORK HERALD TRIBUNE, 28 July 1963, section 4, pg. 6, col. 7:

_Johnny Carson--In Need_
_Of a Style and a "Family"_
(...)
   The classic definition of a host, that unique species of television entertainer, is that of a star who can't sing, dance, clown, act or play a musical instrument, at least not well.  Mr. Carson is in the classic tradition.

(Did the late Steve Allen coin this?--ed.)