Donna Summer

Donna Summer’s guest appearance on The Tonight Show marked a pivotal moment that solidified her sense of accomplishment as a star. While on the show, she carefully chose her words to avoid unintentionally offending host Johnny Carson while reminiscing about watching his program as a young girl.

At a certain juncture, Carson acknowledged Summer’s mechanical aptitude, particularly her skill in fixing cars and similar tasks. In an unfortunate moment, he made a remark rooted in gender stereotypes, suggesting that women generally lack mechanical abilities, making Summer’s proficiency stand out. Summer, however, seized this opportunity to empower and inspire other young girls to pursue unconventional paths.