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Who wrote “Johnny’s theme,” the signature music of Johnny Carson’s tonight show?

Johnny's Theme" is the signature theme music of "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson," which was the most popular late-night talk show in the United States during the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. The theme music was written by Paul Anka, a Canadian singer, songwriter, and actor. Anka wrote the theme song "Johnny's Theme" in 1962, specifically for Johnny Carson's Tonight Show, and it was used as the opening theme for the show from 1962 to 1992.

Paul Anka is a very successful musician and songwriter who has written many hit songs for himself and other artists, such as "Diana", "Lonely Boy", "Put Your Head on My Shoulder" and many others. He is also known for his acting career, he appeared in several films and television shows, and his autobiography "My Way" was published in 2013.