Dick Cavett as Himself
Following his triumphant return from Vietnam, Forrest Gump finds himself as an unexpected hero in the world of ping pong. To everyone’s astonishment, he appears on Dick Cavett’s show alongside none other than John Lennon. In a stroke of ingenuity, the producers seamlessly integrate Tom Hanks into archival footage of an actual interview between Cavett and Lennon, replacing Yoko Ono in the process. To ensure a seamless integration, the dialogue in the interview is adapted to fit the fictional narrative. Keeping true to the era, Cavett portrays a 1970s version of himself, complete with makeup to achieve a more youthful appearance.
Dick Cavett As Himself
Dick Cavett – Now
Although the original run of The Tonight Show with Dick Cavett concluded in 1986, subsequent versions of the show aired sporadically until as late as 2007. Since then, Cavett has maintained a relatively low profile, making occasional guest appearances on shows like Gossip Girl and Children’s Hospital. Unfortunately, in 2006, Cavett suffered the loss of his wife of 42 years, Carrie Nye, due to lung cancer. Four years later, Cavett found companionship again, marrying author Martha Rogers. As of 2019, they have been residing in Ridgefield, Connecticut.
Dick Cavett – Now
