Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Joanna Carson, Johnny Carson's Wife, Dies at 88
Joanna Carson, who was once a famous model, has passed away at 88.
She was also known for being the third wife of the late-night TV host Johnny Carson.
They were married for 12 years and had a big divorce settlement.
Carson was remembered by friends for her support and philanthropy.
Her death was announced by the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
Details about how she died have not been released.
Joanna Carson, Johnny Carson's third wife, died at age 88.
Her death was confirmed via a tribute post by the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation.
She was a high-profile model and married Johnny Carson in 1972; they divorced in 1985.
Their divorce settlement was reportedly worth around $20 million.
Carson's income stemmed from modeling, divorce settlements, and investments.
- Who
- Joanna Carson, former model and wife of Johnny Carson.
- What
- Joanna Carson, the third wife of Johnny Carson, died.
- When
- Joanna Carson died in July, confirmed by a tribute post on July 30.
- Where
- Information not available.
- Why
- Cause of death is unknown.
Net Worth Estimates
Net Worth Estimates
Financial Status
Net Worth Estimates
biographykind.com reported a net worth of $20-30 million.
Net Worth Estimates
Global Stardom estimated between $5 million and $12 million.
- Full Name
- Joanna Carson
- Known For
- Model, Wife of Johnny Carson
- Age at Death
- 88
- Relationship
- Third wife of Johnny Carson
- Marriage to Carson
- 1972-1985
- Divorce Settlement
- Around $20 million