Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Peter Lassally, Legendary Late-Night Producer, Dies at 93
Peter Lassally was a famous producer who worked on late-night TV shows like 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' and 'Late Show with David Letterman.'
He was born in Germany but had to flee because of the Nazis.
He and his family were imprisoned in concentration camps during World War II.
After surviving the Holocaust, they moved to New York.
Lassally started working in TV and radio, becoming a key figure in late-night television.
He helped many comedians and won two Emmy Awards.
He was known for his kindness and respect for talent.
Lassally died on July 19, 2023, at the age of 93.
He is remembered for his resilience and contributions to TV.
Peter Lassally, a legendary late-night TV producer, died on July 19, 2023, at the age of 93.
He produced iconic shows like 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' and 'Late Show with David Letterman.'
Lassally survived the Holocaust, imprisoned in Westerbork and Theresienstadt concentration camps.
He started his career as an NBC page and usher at Radio City Music Hall.
Lassally won two Emmy Awards and was known for his respect for talent and kindness.
- Who
- Peter Lassally, late-night television producer
- What
- Death of a legendary late-night TV producer and Holocaust survivor
- When
- July 19, 2023
- Where
- United States
- Why
- Natural causes at the age of 93
Holocaust Survivor
Late-Night TV Pioneer
Early Life
Holocaust Survivor
Survived the Holocaust, imprisoned in Westerbork and Theresienstadt concentration camps.
Late-Night TV Pioneer
Started as an NBC page and usher at Radio City Music Hall.
Career
Holocaust Survivor
Fled Nazi Germany, immigrated to New York in 1947.
Late-Night TV Pioneer
Produced iconic late-night shows, including 'The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson' and 'Late Show with David Letterman.'
Legacy
Holocaust Survivor
Overcame immense personal tragedy to build a successful career.
Late-Night TV Pioneer
Shaped late-night television and mentored numerous comedians.
- Full Name
- Peter Lassally
- Date of Birth
- 1932
- Date of Death
- July 19, 2023
- Notable Shows
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Late Show with David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson
- Awards
- 2 Emmy Awards (1992, 1994)
- Survivors
- Children: Andrea Gibbin, Tom Lassally; Grandchildren: Walker Gibbin, Eloise Gibbin, Annabel Lassally, Owen Lassally