Born April 1896 and passed away May 1996. Florence lived a great life. She worked in the hospital from 6 in the morning til 2 in the afternoon most every day. If not she would “miss something”. And she hasn’t lost anything, she is still with it. Now that she has passed on, she is up in Heaven making everyone laugh. Rest In Peace. 🙏🙏

Back when Americans loved their fellow citizens. Johnny invited so many just ordinary citizens on the show and the interviews we're far more heartfelt and enjoyable than any celebrity. This country really needs to get back to what made us so great.

Carson was, and still is, the king of talk shows. There will never be anyone like him.

These appearances by just ordinary folks was so much more enjoyable to watch and listen to than the celebrities.

Such a nice break from all the crap on KZfaq and the craziness in the world right now. This is pure gold.

My mom, Nita Hogg, was the director of the Dothan R.S.V.P., and Ms. Florence was one of her volunteers. Mom accompanied Ms. Florence on this trip to Hollywood, and sat backstage watching her on the show.

Those were the days, when the elders were respected 🇦🇺🥰🥂

Watching this on Sept. 21/22 and oh how I wish we could return to times such as this!

I'm from Dothan..I remember seeing her over the years at the hospital...very nice lady!

No one on TV now can hold a candle to Johnny Carson.

I remember Miss Florence visiting the waiting room where my wifes family was waiting on the family patriarch who was having open heart surgery..... it was one of those late night days as she mentioned in the video... she made everybody feel so at eased as she crocheted.... when it was time for her to leave, she stood up and then went elbows over tea kettles toward the floor... I happened to be a few chairs down from her and caught her before she hit the floor.... scared the B-Jesus outta me... she just laughed and thanked me for not letting her hit the floor.... definitely one of God's angels !!!

I'm rewatching this again. There is no way possible that you cannot simply love and adore this woman.

This is my Great grandmother. I have been hoping someone would find this and post it. Thanks.

A tried and true Southern Belle thru and thru! What a way to represent Alabama Mrs. Hodges

This clip is just another reason why Johnny Carson was the best talk show host, not plugger of CDs and movies and books for celebrities.

Florence Hodges April 21,1896---May 23, 1996. What a great lady. Enjoyed the guest spot.

I am a sucker for old ladies from the South... I love their accents, their slow-paced talking, their humor. Always wise and classy.

She's Beautiful.& Amazing.🙏🌅😍💕🇩🇰🇺🇸

Man I miss this show! Carson's genius and civility with ordinary people is unsurpassed.

PHENOMENAL I'M 57 AND NO WOMAN I KNOW HAS THIS LOVELY LADY'S PERSONALITY

what a remarkable woman , and funnier than most comedians

So sweet!♥️ I’m from Alabama and she did us proud!

Johnny can’t believe how quick and sharp she is.

That’s my great grandmother!!! I see where I got my scenes of humor from lol

an ordinary, everyday american, yet so much more interesting than just about all of today's actors, actresses, singers and celebrities. the irony.

When i went to the US (Austin, Texas) in 1982 i watched Johnny Carson show as a way of learning English. I got hooked to the show and learned so much more about the US and it's people. What a wonderful time.

Born April 21, 1896 and died May 23,1996 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy She could have lived her life without showing kindness and compassion to people she never would have known but she didn't. I thank her for that. And thanks for sharing this video it made my day better!

Johnny was SO good with the ordinary people , No one comes close to this gift/talent.

There will never be another Johnny Carson. I watched him every night. ❤️

What a great lady, 93 yrs old!! Johnny is the best

My goodness that was a true lady. And Johnny and Ed were so clearly respectful of her. I’ll repeat what’s been stated many times before, that Johnny was the best talk show host ever.

How gracious Johnny was- That’s why America loved him !

She made it to 100....

“Of a mornin.” My grandmother used to use that expression. Such good memories!

" do you think i need that"...Holy HELL..almost pissed myself. This chick is cool !

Johnny kept it down to earth, I miss that today. Thanks for sharing.

Yet another reason Johnny was the king of late night. Never to be replaced.

One of the best interviews I’ve ever seen. We need more like her on TV again.

As a kid I watched Johnny in secret on a small B&W TV in the basement with the sound and brightness turned impossibly down. The show was on way past my bedtime and I was afraid my dad would bust me. I loved interviews like this and the wild animal guests. RIP Johnny.

I was stationed at Ft. RUCKER 1966..Visited Dothan many times, great great Town...

I'm from south Georgia but we lived in dothan Alabama for about 3 years . so this is too cool.

I served my LDS Mission in Florida and Alabama. My last area I served in was Dothan! The boiled peanut capital of the world!!! During that time, I volunteered at the SE Alabama Medical Center in Dothan as a chaplain. I got to go and pray and comfort people who were experiencing trauma, heartbreak and emergencies. I wasn’t aware of this beautiful woman until very recently. But now that I am, I could definitely feel here wonderful unique spirit permeating the walls of that hospital.

In Memory... Florence C. Hodges (100) April 21, 1896 - May 23, 1996

After Johnny retired, there was no reason to even continue with the late night tv formula.

Love this lady so sweet and sassy! She would have been great on Golden Girls! :)

I miss Johnny 😢

talking to the president while sitting on the toilet.. priceless

Truly, a grand old lady of the south! RIP!

She was vcd so Sharpe. Showed up Carson and that's not easy. She was delightful and very entertaining

She was right on every question . Very smart !!!! It’s good to see that . Johnny was so gentle .

Johnny met his match with Florence! She is delightful! And a testament that helping people (and not dwelling on yourself) will keep you young. The President story was the best ❤. Thank you, Florence.

I could tell by watching this video and others of ordinary senior citizens those were some of johnnys best segments. Too bad I wasn’t alive when he was on 😢

My grandparents are from Centerville, Al and my sister lives in Dothan. 😁❤️ I live in Atlanta, Ga, but I am a proud Roll Tide fan.

I wish talk shows had these kind of people on still. they might be worth watching then.

She’s quick. Johnny’s trying to keep up

She is FABULOUS!!! lol

She is a gracious lady with a great smile and sense of humor.

Your Granny was a doll. Made me wish I could see my Granny again. Wish mine had made it to 100, she would have only just past last year.

My grandparents both grew up in rural Georgia and moved up north as a young married couple. Every time l see interviews like this I miss them so much. I love the big hearts and sharp wit of old time southerners.

That was wonderful!

Cinderella, You are special!

I couldn't believe how fun she is.

Such a sweetheart!!

What an absolutely wonderful woman.

How entertaining was that that was probably the best guess I've ever seen on the talk show that was fantastic God rest her soul and angel in heaven

She is beyond delightful. I love her ❤️

Johnny always had a feel for finding the best of the down to earth truly themselves people.. 😁

SHIT man...she is HILARIOUS!!!!!!!!!!! She should have had a show of her own!! lol

Born: April 21, 1896 in USA Died: May 23, 1996 (age 100) in Austin, Texas, USA

Delightful. Johnny was the best!

He was the best. No one will EVER replace Johnny and this sweet lady is from my old hometown.

Beautiful lady

what a dear lady and johnny was awesome as always

Excellent, thanks for posting this!

Only johnny could find such lovely people. Miss him.

If we still had such great talkshows I would be watching them. I didn't know Johnny Carson before today, but he seems a kind and friendly person and I like his non-celebrity guests and especially this ladies humor is hilarious! :-)

I love her!

What a wonderful lady. I hope you had many years with her.

Loved this lady. I would travel from Donalsonville, Georgia to Newton, Alabama to see my grandparents and would have to go through Dothan. Dothan was the place everyone in Donalsonville would go to as it was considered the big city.

Wow what a remarkable lady, wishing you a long life filled with a great health 😘😘🙏🙏

Such a spunky old lady 🙏🙏🙏

I loved Johnny Carson, he's so funny /entertaing.those we're the good old shows/never get tired of watching them. R.i.p.

haha funnier than most comedians someone said ~ YES, it's true!

My and yours Grandma. To sweet

She could have been a stand-up comedian with her wit!

that old lady is hilarious. say it like it is. rest in peace. i am sure you have long past.

Funny and spunky woman!!!!! God bless her soul!!!

Since Johnny Carson retired I don’t watch late night show no more they don’t even come close to the king of late night show.

loved watching this show & guests..nobody comes close to JC!

Johnny is such a charming, gracious, and skillful interviewer. He can talk entertainingly to anyone.

What a lovely lady.

Sweetheart from Bama... I live 2 hrs from Dothan...

She’s a sweetheart!

What a gem of a lady

Our older people and generations are from GOD. So very special humans. I’d love to just sit and listen to their life stories. I miss my Grammie and Grampie. So very much!

This lady is my spirit animal lmao

Fine Lady

It’s amazing to see big people from our little city best Way Dothan has got popular not even better then the person who won the cake show

not to often I see Johnny clap after the end of a guests appearance ...

Today making it to 93 & still working hard is not as much of an event as back in ‘89. Delightful lady.