A Supportive Sidekick
Most people recognize Ed McMahon as the longtime sidekick of "Tonight Show" host Johnny Carson and as a pitchman. Quinnipiac University (Conn.) has a personal connection to McMahon, who passed away Tuesday at the age of 86.
He had supported the university since his daughter Linda attended in late 1970s. According to a release on Quinnipiac's website, McMahon gave a donation in 1993 that led to the creation of a topnotch media production facility. The Ed McMahon Mass Communications Center provides hands-on training in all aspects of radio, television,
journalism and multimedia production.
Alumni and friends of the university are being encouraged to post thoughts and memories of McMahon on the discussion board on the university's School of Communications Facebook page.
What a great thing to honor such a fantastic man. Ed you will fondly be remembered in all of our hearts.
Posted by: Twin XL | June 24, 2009 at 04:25 PM