Florence Hodges, 93, of Dothan, Alabama on Johnny Carson's Tonight Show (Sep 27 1989)

[@patriciaarold1270]

Born April 1896 and passed away May 1996. Florence lived a great life. She worked in the hospital from 6 in the morning til 2 in the afternoon most every day. If not she would “miss something”. And she hasn’t lost anything, she is still with it. Now that she has passed on, she is up in Heaven making everyone laugh. Rest In Peace. 🙏🙏

[@beverlydrevlow3497]

0uno

[@MrCJ-qz9dl]

O...she lived to be 100! Great life.

[@garygirouard5869]

What a sweetie

[@scotw67]

Carson was, and still is, the king of talk shows. There will never be anyone like him.

[@paulcrutcher1387]

Kombucha...k.mok.pomk

[@stephencrider8076]

These appearances by just ordinary folks was so much more enjoyable to watch and listen to than the celebrities.

[@johnbecker9242]

Stephen Crider - Agreed. Johnny just had the knack and mannerism to connect with anyone. Can’t even watch today’s late night shows.

[@genkatqltr8517]

Soooo right! This lady was so funny and it was natural and true!

[@finster1968]

My thoughts exactly!!

[@MrA34carr]

Exactly 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@Okiedude5]

Back when Americans loved their fellow citizens. Johnny invited so many just ordinary citizens on the show and the interviews we're far more heartfelt and enjoyable than any celebrity. This country really needs to get back to what made us so great.

[@jareneteters4741]

So enjoyable! They don't make them like Carsonand McMann anymore!

[@jimclark6256]

@@kricorg No one asked you moron.

[@barbarasowers2895]

Miss those days of laughter. We need it today desperately.

[@BomChickyBowWow]

Yeah, boy. Back when human nature was different than it is now. It had been the same for thousands of years, but not now! Everything is different now that your perspective has changed from age.

[@repent.sinner]

Sadly them days are long gone, Gods judgement is on America now, escape while there's time, repent and believe the gospel of Jesus Christ and escape the wrath to come.

[@jarrodwhitten9585]

This is my Great grandmother. I have been hoping someone would find this and post it. Thanks.

[@suzeauster2223]

Jarrod Whitten I Love Your G/ Gma❤️and so did J.C and Ed!

[@deeco2544]

She was ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL! You must be proud.

[@johnhancock8556]

what a remarkable woman , and funnier than most comedians

[@troyannbladsacker1811]

She is precious! You are so blessed.

[@MountTheodore72]

Your grandmother had charm and quick wit to last a lifetime. We all wish to have that type of spunk if we're blessed to live that long.

[@podunkest]

Such a nice break from all the crap on KZbin and the craziness in the world right now. This is pure gold.

[@judystewart356]

I'm from Dothan..I remember seeing her over the years at the hospital...very nice lady!

[@davidhogg5543]

My mom, Nita Hogg, was the director of the Dothan R.S.V.P., and Ms. Florence was one of her volunteers. Mom accompanied Ms. Florence on this trip to Hollywood, and sat backstage watching her on the show.

[@DanAtEXIT]

Still say no way she's 93...!

[@lisas2538]

David Hogg Aww What a nice memory for your mom.

[@randymiller3949]

In the 70s & early 80s I grew up in Gordon Alabama...about 20 miles south of Dothan Alabama. I'm now living in Satsuma Alabama...about 20 miles north of Mobile Alabama.

[@sherrieadams1253]

My mom, Sybil Nutt, volunteered with Florence for 7 years. She really enjoyed being with the patients and serving them. She also rode to church with Florence to Ridgecrest Baptist, yes Florence was STILL DRIVING! I am glad my town got recognition from a great lady but recently another young lady here in Dothan got recognition on national television by winning the TOP CHEF competition. Kelly Barnard Clark who has her own restaurant downtown. Dothan is a great place to live!

[@CaptainSpalding72]

Did your granny make it past 100?

[@amandadyson8558]

A tried and true Southern Belle thru and thru! What a way to represent Alabama Mrs. Hodges

[@NewWorldDAO]

It’s fake! She said she was from lower LA! Probably all those guests were fake because they’re all relatives right there in LA! Scammers!

[@chrisarseneault5617]

I'm rewatching this again. There is no way possible that you cannot simply love and adore this woman.

[@Mainline2U]

There's another video with Johnny with a 105 y/o woman. She was delightful.

[@chrisarseneault5617]

This clip is just another reason why Johnny Carson was the best talk show host, not plugger of CDs and movies and books for celebrities.

[@MrFloppy131]

They had no CDs back then

[@chrisarseneault5617]

@@MrFloppy131 you know what I meant

[@josiequintela7238]

Those were the days, when the elders were respected 🇦🇺🥰🥂

[@normgardner4560]

Watching this on Sept. 21/22 and oh how I wish we could return to times such as this!

[@CaptainSpalding72]

I am a sucker for old ladies from the South... I love their accents, their slow-paced talking, their humor. Always wise and classy.

[@elizabethhestevold1340]

She's Beautiful.& Amazing.🙏🌅😍💕🇩🇰🇺🇸

[@CincyWahoo996]

No one on TV now can hold a candle to Johnny Carson.

[@Eddie_Schantz]

Florence Hodges April 21,1896---May 23, 1996. What a great lady. Enjoyed the guest spot.

[@watchman1178]

I was wondering if she lived long enough to make it to 100. Good for her. RIP, Good Lady.

[@grannypat412]

She reminded me of my grandma. She passed in 1994 and I still miss her.

[@farthead1231]

I remember Miss Florence visiting the waiting room where my wifes family was waiting on the family patriarch who was having open heart surgery..... it was one of those late night days as she mentioned in the video... she made everybody feel so at eased as she crocheted.... when it was time for her to leave, she stood up and then went elbows over tea kettles toward the floor... I happened to be a few chairs down from her and caught her before she hit the floor.... scared the B-Jesus outta me... she just laughed and thanked me for not letting her hit the floor.... definitely one of God's angels !!!

[@johnhancock8556]

what a remarkable woman , and funnier than most comedians

[@11Dossier]

So sweet!♥️ I’m from Alabama and she did us proud!

[@randymiller3949]

Preach on Alan...YOU'RE G'MA DID MAKE ALL OF US ALABAMIANS VERY PROUD!!! In the 70s & early 80s I grew up in Gordon Alabama...about 20 miles south of Dothan Alabama. I'm now living in Satsuma Alabama...about 20 miles north of Mobile Alabama.

[@debbiefulton1001]

Amen! I'm from Alabama also. She was funny, smart, charming and endearing! Not the stereotypical Southerner, barefoot, uncouth, uneducated.

[@amandadyson8558]

I'm from Dothan and boy did she really represent us. She's a real straight forward Southern Belle ❤️

[@russellnerche8789]

I live in Bama! Too.

[@kobushauman3310]

She sure did. Regards, London England.

[@bt10ant]

She made it to 100....

[@genkatqltr8517]

Thank you for sharing this, I was wondering if she did. Also wonder how long she kept working at the hospital?

[@chriscornelius2518]

Wonderful

[@caroldry9262]

There will never be another Johnny Carson. I watched him every night. ❤️

[@GeorgiaOverdrive]

Johnny can’t believe how quick and sharp she is.

[@madambutterfly7513]

What a great lady, 93 yrs old!! Johnny is the best

[@chrislawson7983]

Johnny kept it down to earth, I miss that today. Thanks for sharing.

[@TaoBurp]

Man I miss this show! Carson's genius and civility with ordinary people is unsurpassed.

[@Muertes-tf2oj]

After Johnny retired, there was no reason to even continue with the late night tv formula.

[@kylebarton778]

Letterman and Conan

[@CailisCritterCrib]

I thought Jay Leno did a pretty good job when he took over.

[@lifelongbachelor3651]

@@kylebarton778 lightweights, in comparison.

[@marksilver5773]

That’s my great grandmother!!! I see where I got my scenes of humor from lol

[@genkatqltr8517]

Lucky great grandson! 😊

[@pronemanoldbutyoung5548]

Do u make scenes often then?

[@chrisirving4735]

She was adorable. What an inspiration.

[@pauljordan4452]

Mark, she was a youthful lady.

[@mulberryjohn7413]

How gracious Johnny was- That’s why America loved him !

[@mats7492]

talking to the president while sitting on the toilet.. priceless

[@3282pm]

She’s quick. Johnny’s trying to keep up

[@genkatqltr8517]

And Johnny didn't mind a bit, just let her roll! That shows a lot of character not to try to steal her thunder!

[@danielledykgraaf6483]

" do you think i need that"...Holy HELL..almost pissed myself. This chick is cool !

[@thomaspiccirillo6820]

PHENOMENAL I'M 57 AND NO WOMAN I KNOW HAS THIS LOVELY LADY'S PERSONALITY

[@iindiar]

different generation sadly

[@samyj78]

Johnny was SO good with the ordinary people , No one comes close to this gift/talent.

[@tennisguyky]

Love this lady so sweet and sassy! She would have been great on Golden Girls! :)

[@genkatqltr8517]

She WAS a golden girl, for real! ❤️👏

[@boostboost8567]

I was stationed at Ft. RUCKER 1966..Visited Dothan many times, great great Town...

[@vanmamawannabe6360]

“Of a mornin.” My grandmother used to use that expression. Such good memories!

[@michaelcorvin4330]

Mine too!

[@asriar6000]

When i went to the US (Austin, Texas) in 1982 i watched Johnny Carson show as a way of learning English. I got hooked to the show and learned so much more about the US and it's people. What a wonderful time.

[@raymondweaver8526]

He was a great rep of the US

[@Mainline2U]

Yep, I grew up watching Johnny Carson. He showed the world how to be respectful. Seems times have changed.

[@JamesK7911]

In Memory... Florence C. Hodges (100) April 21, 1896 - May 23, 1996

[@kobushauman3310]

May the Lord Jesus Christ bless her!

[@PeterG1975]

My goodness that was a true lady. And Johnny and Ed were so clearly respectful of her. I’ll repeat what’s been stated many times before, that Johnny was the best talk show host ever.

[@lisas2538]

I miss Johnny 😢

[@lifelongbachelor3651]

an ordinary, everyday american, yet so much more interesting than just about all of today's actors, actresses, singers and celebrities. the irony.

[@brandygipson1675]

I'm from south Georgia but we lived in dothan Alabama for about 3 years . so this is too cool.

[@arthurwatt4144]

She was vcd so Sharpe. Showed up Carson and that's not easy. She was delightful and very entertaining

[@genkatqltr8517]

Yes, she kept the ball rolling, he didn't have to do much at all! Johnny was more like the straight man to her.

[@sarahb1397]

Truly, a grand old lady of the south! RIP!

[@cut1986]

Cinderella, You are special!

[@nelsonmelamund1225]

That was wonderful!

[@raymondcaylor6292]

Born April 21, 1896 and died May 23,1996 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy She could have lived her life without showing kindness and compassion to people she never would have known but she didn't. I thank her for that. And thanks for sharing this video it made my day better!

[@barrsteve7347]

Yet another reason Johnny was the king of late night. Never to be replaced.

[@andytaylor5960]

She is FABULOUS!!! lol

[@peterpalmer9755]

As a kid I watched Johnny in secret on a small B&W TV in the basement with the sound and brightness turned impossibly down. The show was on way past my bedtime and I was afraid my dad would bust me. I loved interviews like this and the wild animal guests. RIP Johnny.

[@FreedomFighter-cr5xg]

not to often I see Johnny clap after the end of a guests appearance ...

[@sandraroutos9343]

Such a sweetheart!!

[@carlpizzo9987]

haha funnier than most comedians someone said ~ YES, it's true!

[@mduncan28]

One of the best interviews I’ve ever seen. We need more like her on TV again.

[@georgelustrea2912]

God bless her, she was fantastic....

[@jatterberry7623]

She was right on every question . Very smart !!!! It’s good to see that . Johnny was so gentle .

[@JollyChollie]

Born: April 21, 1896 in USA Died: May 23, 1996 (age 100) in Austin, Texas, USA

[@SueBeaWho]

SHIT man...she is HILARIOUS!!!!!!!!!!! She should have had a show of her own!! lol

[@PunkProfess0r]

I served my LDS Mission in Florida and Alabama. My last area I served in was Dothan! The boiled peanut capital of the world!!! During that time, I volunteered at the SE Alabama Medical Center in Dothan as a chaplain. I got to go and pray and comfort people who were experiencing trauma, heartbreak and emergencies. I wasn’t aware of this beautiful woman until very recently. But now that I am, I could definitely feel here wonderful unique spirit permeating the walls of that hospital.

[@raymondweaver8526]

Midwest Country Boy talks to Southern Belle

[@eharper7]

My grandparents are from Centerville, Al and my sister lives in Dothan. 😁❤️ I live in Atlanta, Ga, but I am a proud Roll Tide fan.

[@topazrain]

She could have been a stand-up comedian with her wit!

[@rickhodges9608]

Beautiful lady

[@overcamehim]

She is a gracious lady with a great smile and sense of humor.

[@rubenroque9211]

Since Johnny Carson retired I don’t watch late night show no more they don’t even come close to the king of late night show.

[@brickmason5295]

Sweetheart from Bama... I live 2 hrs from Dothan...

[@randymiller3949]

In the 70s & early 80s I grew up in Gordon Alabama...about 20 miles south of Dothan. I'm now living in Satsuma Alabama...about 20 miles north of Mobile Alabama.

[@professorjams]

Fine Lady

[@TeriLaFaye]

I love her!

[@CaptainSpalding72]

Your Granny was a doll. Made me wish I could see my Granny again. Wish mine had made it to 100, she would have only just past last year.

[@finster1968]

My grandparents both grew up in rural Georgia and moved up north as a young married couple. Every time l see interviews like this I miss them so much. I love the big hearts and sharp wit of old time southerners.

[@pauljordan4452]

I had my photograph taken in 2009 with a well known couple from Georgia who were married in 1946 and some guy thought I was their grandson.

[@PAMILYA62]

Hilarious

[@anthonybirkholz6104]

that old lady is hilarious. say it like it is. rest in peace. i am sure you have long past.

[@ithakra]

Looks like she made it to 100. Obituary said she passed in 1996

[@davidsands927]

@@ithakra a lot of women two day could take a leaf out of that ladies book

[@mduncan28]

I wish talk shows had these kind of people on still. they might be worth watching then.

[@thegefster1988]

abso1ute1y charming... O1der fo1ks are wonderful.

[@pamllewellyn8029]

Johnny met his match with Florence! She is delightful! And a testament that helping people (and not dwelling on yourself) will keep you young. The President story was the best ❤. Thank you, Florence.

[@constanceroma8264]

She’s a sweetheart!

[@ElwoodPDowd-nz2si]

I have family in Dothan. It isn't a very big place.

[@sunowl5301]

What an absolutely wonderful woman.

[@Jalaar46]

My and yours Grandma. To sweet

[@cam_DA_Hawkdriver]

HIPPA must not have existed in these days. Unfortunately, we have to think like that.

[@gypsyfirefly8009]

Well She’s a spunky one for sure, God love her!

[@bmd1825]

Where did people like her go???

[@nancytill]

She is beyond delightful. I love her ❤️

[@RADIUMGLASS]

I remember when seniors were like this. You get a few from the greatest generation and early silents that are still around but the majority now are angry boomers.

[@Awakened_warrior59]

Funny and spunky woman!!!!! God bless her soul!!!

[@kennethscalir3092]

She would be amazing in a Radiohead video

[@adriaanboogaard8571]

Johnny always had a feel for finding the best of the down to earth truly themselves people.. 😁

[@bernitacenteno1326]

I couldn't believe how fun she is.

[@carriesee7209]

Good god that takes me back to my early childhood, when my great aunt wore mink something or other with what it appeared were their teeth attaching the rest. Of it. It was freaky af.

[@teresalinton5898]

my mom lived to be 97

[@theartofmusiqueinc.4766]

Wow what a remarkable lady, wishing you a long life filled with a great health 😘😘🙏🙏

[@geraldpatterson3903]

8:22... GOAT!!!! A true hard worker

[@elizabethhestevold1340]

Just Beautiful🇩🇰🇺🇸💌🦅🗽💝

[@dennisemitchell7999]

Delightful. Johnny was the best!

[@rupashukla5916]

Such a spunky old lady 🙏🙏🙏

[@davino108]

How entertaining was that that was probably the best guess I've ever seen on the talk show that was fantastic God rest her soul and angel in heaven

[@diannecockrell3210]

Why can’t they have late night like Carson anymore??

[@paulinawaas9204]

Omg she is special!

[@tat2steven810]

loved watching this show & guests..nobody comes close to JC!

[@meixingmichael2480]

93 wow