Harry Belafonte guest hosted The Tonight Show in 1968, a pivotal moment in the midst of a racially charged election, highlighting the significance of this forgotten piece of broadcast history.
The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte hosts the Tonight Show
Johnny Carson stepped down as host for a week in February 1968, allowing Harry Belafonte to become the first African-American to solo-host a late-night TV show, marking a historic milestone.