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Late-night talk shows are facing a significant decline in ratings, with Stephen Colbert's show down 32% compared to five years ago. This drop starkly contrasts with Johnny Carson's era, where his show commanded a 40% share of the audience. A new biography titled 'Carson the Magnificent' reflects on Carson's cultural impact and how he maintained a sense of privacy and restraint in an increasingly sensational media landscape. The biography highlights Carson's unparalleled fame during his tenure, which led to lucrative compensation and the ownership of his show. As the late-night landscape evolves, it raises questions about the future of the format and its ability to capture audiences as it once did. Current trends suggest that late-night television may need to adapt to survive in a changing entertainment environment.